Kellogg's Corn Flakes — TREAT

Name: Kellogg's Corn Flakes
Brand: Kellogg's

Munch or Dump rates Kellogg's Corn Flakes by Kellogg's TREAT — score 45/90.

Refined corn grits plus added sugar make this a high-glycemic refined carb dressed up with sprayed-on vitamins. Simple list, but it's a sugary refined-grain breakfast, not the health food the box implies.

Why this verdict

Refined corn grits, fiber and germ stripped, spikes blood sugar fast
Added sugar is the #2 ingredient, plus malt extract for more sweetness
Vitamins and iron are sprayed on to replace what refining removed
Low protein and almost no fiber for a 'breakfast' food
Short, simple list with no artificial colors, flavors, or emulsifiers

Ingredients (6)

Corn grits (87.7%) (moderate) — Refined, de-germed corn with fiber and most micronutrients stripped; digests fast and raises blood sugar quickly.
Sugar (concerning) — Added refined sugar, listed high - spikes blood sugar with no nutrition.
Malt Extract (moderate) — Adds more sugars and browning to the breadsticks.
Iodized Salt (safe) — Standard salt with added iodine; fine in moderation.
Vitamins & Minerals (safe) — Synthetic fortification (iron, B-vitamins, vitamin C) added back to replace nutrients lost in refining.
Antioxidant (INS 320) (moderate) — BHA, a synthetic antioxidant added to prevent rancidity; controversial and unnecessary in a cleaner formula.

Healthier alternatives

Mesa Sunrise Gluten Free Cereal Flakes