Is sitting down for a bowl of cereal becoming a case of the cereal killers? A new report shows children are eating more than 10 pounds of sugar a year if they eat a bowl of children’s cereal each day.
The Environmental Working Group, a health information non-profit, studied 1,500 cereals and their sugar content. They group has released their “Hall of Shame,” cereals which have 50% sugar by weight.
Reports show an official with Kellogg, a cereal maker, says they have cut sugar in kids’ cereal 20-30 percent over time. They also have gone on record to say the report fails to point out the nutritional value–including lower fat and calories–than other choices.
Most Sugary Nationwide Cereals
Kellogg’s Honey Smacks
Malt-o-Meal Golden Puffs
Post Golden Crisp
Kellogg’s Apple Jacks with Marshmallows
Kellogg’s Froot Loops with Marshmallows
Click here for the EWG’s full report.
