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Post Honey Bunches Of Oats Crispy With Almonds Cereal
Cereal & Breakfast
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Post Honey Bunches Of Oats Crispy With Almonds Cereal

Post
18 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
3g
Protein
9g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
43
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Post Honey Bunches of Oats Crispy with Almonds is a mainstream boxed breakfast cereal you’d find on the cereal aisle of most American supermarkets, shelved alongside other Post varieties, flakes and granolas, and near family/kids brands and breakfast bars. The box (typically an 18 oz cardboard carton with an inner sealed plastic bag) promises a quick, crunchy start to the day: honey-touched corn flakes, clustered rolled oats, and thin sliced almonds that deliver a mix of crisp flake and granola crunch. This SKU is positioned as a family-friendly, crowd-pleasing option — marketed to busy parents who want a slightly more “nutty” or wholesome-feeling bowl without sacrificing convenience. Packaging and labeling emphasize whole grain content and added vitamins and minerals, while also using comforting imagery and “honey” language to create a mild health halo even though it contains added sugars, corn syrup, flavorings and preservatives. You might buy it on a weekly grocery run for school-morning breakfasts, grab a box when hosting a casual weekend brunch, or add it for effortless snacks and yogurt toppings. Sensory notes: light, crunchy flakes with denser, sweetened oat clusters and occasional almond shards that add nutty texture; the cereal tastes sweet-honey-forward with baked-cereal malt and subtle toasted notes. Rituals include the classic milk-and-bowl breakfast, spooning over yogurt, or eating straight from the box for a grab-and-go snack. In plain terms, the product is produced through industrial cereal processing and includes several added sweeteners, flavorings, colors and a preservative, which are common in many popular breakfast cereals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 cup
Servings per Container: 12
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate33g12%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars9g
Added Sugars8g16%
Protein3g
* The % Daily Value (DV) 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.

Ingredients

Corn,, Whole, Grain, Wheat,, Sugar,, Whole, Grain, Rolled, Oats,, Almonds,, Rice,, Canola, and/or, Soybean, Oil,, Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Corn, Syrup,, Salt,, Molasses,, Honey,, Caramel, Color,, Barley, Malt, Extract,, Cinnamon,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Annatto, Extract, (color),, BHT, added, to, preserve, freshness..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Annatto Extract - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The ingredient list includes refined grains, added sugars and syrups, artificial and natural flavors, colorings, and a preservative (BHT), indicating an industrial formulation consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Post Honey Bunches Of Oats Crispy With Almonds Cereal

Well, that depends on what 'healthy' means to you! It offers 3 grams of protein and some fiber, but with 9 grams of sugar per serving, it’s not exactly a health food superstar. If you're looking for a balanced breakfast, consider pairing it with some fresh fruit or yogurt to boost the nutrition factor!

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