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Honey nut Cheerios treats

Honey nut Cheerios treats nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
55/100
Calories
417
Sugar
38g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ LAXATIVE: Severe diarrhea/gas.
Ref: PetMD
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Maltodextrin

A highly processed white powder from corn or wheat. It has a higher Glycemic Index than table sugar (spiking insulin rapidly) and can suppress good gut bacteria.

Canola Oil

A highly processed industrial oil extracted using hexane solvents, bleached, and deodorized. High in Omega-6s which can promote inflammation if not balanced with Omega-3s.

Caramel Color

The brown color in colas. Class III and IV caramel coloring contain 4-MEI, a chemical byproduct that is a possible human carcinogen.

Full Ingredients List:

Cereal (whole grain oats, sugar, oat bran, corn starch, honey, brown sugar syrup, salt, calcium Facts container 1 bar (24g) carbonate, tripotassium phosphate, canola oil, natural almond flavor. Vitamin E 100 [mixed tocopherols] added to preserve freshness. Vitamins and Minerals: calcium % Daily Value* carbonate, Vitamin C [sodium 5% ascorbate], A B Vitamin 8% [niacinamide], zinc and iron [mineral nutrients], Vitamin Bs [pyridoxine hydrochloride], 5g 0% Vitamin B2 [riboflavin], 4% Vitamin B, [thiamin te 17g 6% mononitrate], Vitamin A 2% [palmitate], A B Vitamin [folic acid], Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3), Sugar, Crisp Rice frice Sugars 17% flour, barley mait ex at salt), Tapioca Syrur, Syrup, Canola 01, and/or Palm Kernei Oi, Fructose. Contains 2% or less of: Vegetable Glycerin, 4% 10% 8% Almond Butter, Whey Protein 8% Concentrate, Calcium Carbonate, Maltodextrin, 8% Nonfat Dry Milk, Sorbitol, Soy 8% Lecithin, Whey Powder, Salt, 8% Reduced Minerals Whey, 15% Gelatin, Color (vegetable juice, caramel color, annatto extract), Natural Flavor. CONTAINS ALMOND, MILK 15% 8% AND SOY INGREDIENTS rce of Vitamin assium.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (14.6g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in high quantity (6.25g)

High consumption of saturated fats increases the risk of heart diseases. Choose products with lower content.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (37.5g)

A high consumption of sugar causes weight gain, tooth decay, and risks of type 2 diabetes. Limit sugary drinks and snacks.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in moderate quantity (0.885g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sugar Content

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Honey nut Cheerios treats truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 55/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Maltodextrin. A highly processed white powder from corn or wheat. It has a higher Glycemic Index than table sugar (spiking insulin rapidly) and can suppress good gut bacteria. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 38g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 10 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Honey nut Cheerios treats achieves a CakeID Score of 55/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Honey nut Cheerios treats healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 55/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Honey nut Cheerios treats Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
417
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 15g19%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 71g26%
Dietary Fiber 4g14%
Total Sugars 38g
Protein 4g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 1000mg77%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 417 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

42
Run
52
Cycle
104
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~9 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.