At a glance
Summary
Corn Flakes are primarily made from corn, which is a whole grain and provides some fiber and energy. The product is fortified with essential vitamins and iron, enhancing its nutritional value. However, the addition of refined sugar and the processing level limit its healthiness, as these factors can contribute to higher sugar intake and reduce the overall nutritional quality.
Key ingredients 8
CornGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Corn →NiacinGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Niacin →RiboflavinGood
Essential B vitamin — beneficial micronutrient.
See more about Riboflavin →Barley Malt ExtractNeutral
Barley Malt Extract is used for flavor and fermentation, serving as a neutral ingredient in the cereal.
See more about Barley Malt Extract →SaltNeutral
Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.
See more about Salt →Vitamin ENeutral
Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant and is added to support immune health and cell protection.
See more about Vitamin E →ThiaminNeutral
Thiamin (Vitamin B1) is essential for energy metabolism and is commonly added to fortified cereals.
See more about Thiamin →SugarBad
Sugar adds sweetness to the product but can contribute to excess calorie intake if consumed in large amounts.
See more about Sugar →Processing
Processed Foods
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