Many sugary cereal options are even less healthy than they used to be.
In the United States, ready-to-eat cereals are a staple breakfast choice, particularly among children. Recent research assessed the nutritional makeup of 1,200 new cereal products aimed at kids from January 1, 2010, to December 31, 2023. Findings indicated that sodium content rose by 32%, while sugar content increased by 11%. Conversely, the amount of fiber has declined over this period. Additionally, fat content has increased, and protein levels have diminished, although these nutrients generally remain low in most breakfast cereals.
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