Rice Chex Cereal, 12 OZ
What You Should Know
You’d find Rice Chex in the cereal aisle or pantry as a go-to for quick breakfasts, kids’ school mornings, or a crunchy topping for yogurt and salads. It feels practical and a bit nostalgic — familiar square crisps that promise convenience — but the product is highly industrial: manufactured rice-based pieces with added salt and fortified isolated vitamins/minerals, giving a uniform crisp texture and flavors typical of ultra-processed foods.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
TRICALCIUM, PHOSPHATE, IRON, AND, ZINC, (MINERAL, NUTRIENTS), VITAMIN, C, (SODIUM, ASCORBATE), A, B, VITAMIN, (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN, B2, (RIBOFLAVIN), VITAMIN, B6, (PYRIDOXINE, HYDROCHLORIDE), VITAMIN, B1, (THIAMIN, MONONITRATE), VITAMIN, A, (PALMITATE), A, B, VITAMIN, (FOLIC, ACID), VITAMIN, B12, VITAMIN, D3..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
The cereal is an industrially processed, extruded rice product with added salt and isolated vitamins/minerals (fortification) and a uniform manufactured texture — features consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed foods).
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Common Questions about Rice Chex Cereal, 12 OZ
Rice Chex can be a healthy option, especially if you're looking for a gluten-free cereal. With only 150 calories per serving and no added sugars, it's a decent choice for a light breakfast or snack. Just keep in mind that 'healthy' can be subjective — it really depends on your dietary needs and what you're comparing it to!