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Fruity Cereal, 8.6 OZ
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Fruity Cereal, 8.6 OZ

Three Wishes Cereal
Available at Whole Foods
130
Calories
8g
Protein
3g
Sugars
45mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
16
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find this boxed cereal in the supermarket cereal aisle or the natural/health-food section — an eye-catching, fruity option pitched as a lighter, higher-protein breakfast. It gives a nostalgic, playful vibe like childhood sugary cereals but framed as a 'healthier' alternative. The crispy, airy texture and ingredients such as isolated pea protein, tapioca, added sweeteners and 'natural flavors' signal industrial processing and formulations common to ultra-processed products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 CUP
Servings per Container: 7
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat1.5g2%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate20g7%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars3g
Protein8g
* 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

CHICKPEA, TAPIOCA, PEA, PROTEIN, ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR, NATURAL, FLAVORS, VEGETABLE, JUICE, (FOR, COLOR), MONK, FRUIT, EXTRACT.

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined starch (tapioca), isolated protein, added sweeteners and 'natural flavors' and is manufactured into a ready-to-eat crisp product — characteristics consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Fruity Cereal, 8.6 OZ

It depends on what healthy means for you! Fruity Cereal has a good balance of protein and fiber, with only 3 grams of sugar per serving, which is pretty low compared to many sugary cereals out there. It's a solid choice if you're looking for something that won't spike your blood sugar but still offers a satisfying crunch.

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
post-workout

Vibe:

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$6.99
per package