Cornflakes
Also known as: breakfast cereal
For hypertension
Watch: Salt (sodium)
Moderate salt — choose a small portion and don't add extra salt.
Portion guide
1 cup (about 30 g)
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Nutrition per 1 cup
| Calories | 110 kcal |
|---|---|
| Total carbohydrates | 25 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
| Sugars | 3 g |
About this food
Very high GI — swap for oats.
Better ways to cook it
- Choose whole-grain versions
- Add vegetables and a protein
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Educational information only — your own plan depends on your medicines and health. Compare with another food