Healthy Cereal in Cereal & Granola

What should I look for in a cereal if I want it to be healthy?

Cereals can be packed full of sugar, so pick one that says it is low in sugar or that is naturally sweetened with honey or fruit. Choose whole grains as they are high in fiber, or oats rather than processed grains, and look for natural ingredients such as nuts, dried fruits, and freeze-dried fruits over artificial flavoring.

How can cereal help me lower my cholesterol?

Soluble fiber, such as that in oatmeal or oat bran can help your body to reduce the absorption of cholesterol into your blood. We need 5 to 10 grams of soluble fiber per day, and you can get half of this from a good breakfast cereal.

What are gluten-free cereal options?

Breakfast cereal made from corn, rice, millet, bucked wheat, and whole grain oats are gluten-free. Many big-name cereals are gluten-free and many others make gluten-free varieties of their best sellers.