GENERAL MILLS — Wheat Chex Cereal
* The % Daily Value 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 10.2 MG | 11% | |
| Thiamin | 1 MG | 83% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 22% | |
| Niacin | 3.4 MG | 21% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.7 MG | 40% | |
| Folate, total | 136 UG | 34% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.0 UG | 85% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 153 UG | 17% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 6.8 UG | 34% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 220.3 MG | 17% | |
| Iron, Fe | 30.5 MG | 169% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 102 MG | 24% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 254 MG | 20% | |
| Potassium, K | 397.5 MG | 8% | |
| Sodium, Na | 582.6 MG | 25% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.1 MG | 46% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 10.4g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.9g per 100g).
- High in dietary fiber (13.7g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (169% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (24% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (20% DV).
About Wheat Chex Cereal
Wheat Chex keeps its ingredient list short: whole grain wheat, sugar, salt and molasses, with vitamin E added just to preserve freshness and a standard cereal fortification of calcium, iron, zinc and B vitamins layered on top. A 59 gram serving stands out for its fiber content at 13.73 grams, alongside 355.85 calories, 10.35 grams protein, 1.86 grams fat and 86.08 grams carbs.
Ingredients
Whole Grain Wheat, Sugar, Salt, Molasses, Baking Soda. Vitamin E (mixed tocopherols) Added to Preserve Freshness.Vitamins and Minerals: Calcium Carbonate, Iron and Zinc (mineral nutrients), Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate), A B Vitamin (niacinamide), Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), Vitamin B1 (thiamin mononitrate), Vitamin A (palmitate), Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), A B Vitamin (folic acid), Vitamin B12, Vitamin D3.
Dietary Information
Wheat Chex Cereal is considered low-fat, high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Wheat Chex Cereal include Iron, Fe (169% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (85% DV) , Thiamin (83% DV) , Zinc, Zn (46% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (40% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 356 calories per 100 grams, Wheat Chex Cereal gets 12% of its calories from protein, 97% from carbohydrates, and 5% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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