Cereal Nutrition Facts: Calories, Macros & Health Benefits
Summary: Cereal contains 379 calories, 7.5g protein, 84g carbs, and 1.5g fat per one cup (40g). It is a source of sodium, iron, zinc.
Nutrition Facts — one cup (40g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 379 kcal | 19% |
| Protein | 7.5g | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 84.0g | 31% |
| Total Fat | 1.5g | 2% |
| Fiber | 4.0g | 14% |
| Sugar | 28.0g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 0.30g | 2% |
| Sodium | 560.0mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 20.0mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 40.0mg | 3% |
| Iron | 180.0mg | 1000% |
| Magnesium | 5.0mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 150.0mg | 1364% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 1.3mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 16.0mg | 941% |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.7mcg | 71% |
| Folate | 400.0mcg | 100% |
| Vitamin E | 0.50mg | 3% |
| Vitamin K | 6.0mcg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 500.0mg | 40% |
Is Cereal Good for You?
Cereal provides 379 calories per one cup (40g) with 7.5g protein, 84g carbohydrates, and 1.5g fat. It is a source of sodium (24% dv), iron (1000% dv), zinc (1364% dv).
Generic breakfast cereal (flakes/puffs), typically fortified; commonly eaten with milk
Key Health Benefits of Cereal
- Sodium (24% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Iron (1000% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Zinc (1364% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Vitamin B6 (941% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Vitamin B12 (71% DV): Supports balanced nutrition when included as part of your daily meals.
- Protein: Provides 7.5g protein per serving to support satiety and muscle maintenance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in cereal?
Cereal contains 379 calories per one cup (40g).
How much protein is in cereal?
Cereal provides 7.5g of protein per one cup (40g).
How many carbs are in cereal?
Cereal has 84g of carbohydrates per one cup (40g).
Is cereal good for tracking nutrition?
Yes. Cereal can be logged by calories, macros, and micronutrients in the Gram app.
How should I use cereal in a meal plan?
Use Cereal as part of a balanced meal and compare the protein, carbs, and fat values to your daily targets.
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Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central. Track cereal and thousands of other foods with the Gram app.