Folate: DNA and cell division
This amount provides 1,200 µg. Folate is needed to make DNA and RNA and for normal cell division. This describes the nutrient's normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
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Grains & Cereals · SOURCE-BASED NUTRITION
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS nutrition facts
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Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS. Nutrient values are reported by USDA FoodData Central for the stated 100 g basis.
Verified dataReference values: 100 g
NUTRITION OVERVIEW
About Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS nutrition
Cereals ready-to-eat, GENERAL MILLS, CHEERIOS is a grains & cereals food. It provides nutrients including Energy, Protein, Carbohydrate, by difference. FoodnPedia shows calories, protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and minerals based on verified nutrition data per 100 g.
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MEASURED VALUES
Key nutrition facts
For 100 g
Energy372 kcal
Protein12.4 g
Carbohydrate, by difference73.2 g
Total lipid (fat)6.6 g
Fiber, total dietary10.1 g
Total Sugars4.5 g
Fatty acids, total saturated1.6 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium, Na497 mg
Potassium, K633 mg
Calcium, Ca357 mg
Iron, Fe28.9 mg
Magnesium, Mg114 mg
Phosphorus, P357 mg
Zinc, Zn13.4 mg
Copper, Cu0.39 mg
COMPLETE PROFILE
All available nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 372 kcal | — |
| Protein | 12.4 g | 24.8% |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 73.2 g | 26.6% |
| Total lipid (fat) | 6.6 g | 8.5% |
| Fiber, total dietary | 10.1 g | 36.1% |
| Total Sugars | 4.5 g | — |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.6 g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium, Na | 497 mg | 21.6% |
| Potassium, K | 633 mg | 13.5% |
| Calcium, Ca | 357 mg | 27.5% |
| Iron, Fe | 28.9 mg | 161% |
| Magnesium, Mg | 114 mg | 27.1% |
| Phosphorus, P | 357 mg | 28.6% |
| Zinc, Zn | 13.4 mg | 122% |
| Copper, Cu | 0.39 mg | 43% |
| Manganese, Mn | 3.56 mg | 155% |
| Selenium, Se | 24.9 µg | 45.3% |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 990 µg | 110% |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 21.4 mg | 23.8% |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 3.6 µg | 18% |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.41 mg | 2.7% |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 2 µg | 1.7% |
| Thiamin | 1.3 mg | 108% |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 mg | 7.7% |
| Niacin | 17.9 mg | 112% |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.79 mg | 105% |
| Folate, DFE | 1,200 µg | 300% |
| Vitamin B-12 | 6.77 µg | 282% |
| Choline, total | 26.2 mg | 4.8% |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0 g | — |
| Ash | 2.81 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Carotene, alpha | 0 µg | — |
| Carotene, beta | 0 µg | — |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0 µg | — |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 2.3 g | — |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.4 g | — |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride, F | 0 µg | — |
| Folate, food | 22 µg | — |
| Folate, total | 714 µg | — |
| Folic acid | 692 µg | — |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 159 µg | — |
| Lycopene | 0 µg | — |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g | — |
| MUFA 18:1 | 2.28 g | — |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.05 g | — |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.19 g | — |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.07 g | — |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Retinol | 990 µg | — |
| SFA 10:0 | 0 g | — |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.03 g | — |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g | — |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.27 g | — |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.12 g | — |
| SFA 4:0 | 0 g | — |
| SFA 6:0 | 0 g | — |
| SFA 8:0 | 0 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Vitamin A, IU | 3,300 iu | — |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 3.6 µg | — |
| Vitamin E, added | 0 mg | — |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0 µg | — |
| Water | 3.76 g | — |
MEASURED NUTRIENT ROLES
Top nutrients that support the body
For 100 g, the strongest Daily Value contributions among nutrients available in this record are Folate (300% DV), Vitamin B12 (282% DV) and Iron (161% DV). The cards explain the normal roles of those nutrients, not a treatment effect of the food.
300% adult DV in 100 g
Vitamin B12: blood cells and nerves
This amount provides 6.77 µg. Vitamin B12 supports healthy blood cells, DNA synthesis and normal nervous-system function. This describes the nutrient's normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceIron: oxygen transport
This amount provides 28.9 mg. Iron is needed for hemoglobin and myoglobin, which carry oxygen, and supports growth and neurological development. This describes the nutrient's normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceManganese: metabolism and antioxidant enzymes
This amount provides 3.56 mg. Manganese supports metabolism, bone formation and antioxidant enzyme systems. This describes the nutrient's normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceZinc: immune function and repair
This amount provides 13.4 mg. Zinc supports immune function, DNA and protein synthesis, wound healing, growth and the sense of taste. This describes the nutrient's normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceNiacin (B3): energy and cell function
This amount provides 17.9 mg. Niacin helps enzymes convert food into energy and supports normal cell function. This describes the nutrient's normal role, not disease prevention or treatment.
Read the NIH/FDA nutrient referenceMEASURED CONTRIBUTIONS AND REVIEWED RECORDS
Food-specific benefits & evidence
High in Folate
This amount provides 1,200 µg. Folate is needed to make DNA and RNA and for normal cell division. This is a measured nutrient contribution, not proof that the food prevents or treats disease.
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Food data sources
- FoodData CentralU.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service
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