KETO VERDICTAVOID
Very high in starch and net carbs—~66g net per 100g (≈17g per 1 cup/28g). Not suitable for keto; even small bowls can exceed daily carb targets. Choose keto granola, nuts, or chia puddings instead.
Are Cheerios Keto?
Cereals & Grains
Very high in starch and net carbs—~66g net per 100g (≈17g per 1 cup/28g). Not suitable for keto; even small bowls can exceed daily carb targets. Choose keto granola, nuts, or chia puddings instead.
- Net carbs (100g)≈66g (per 100g)
- Protein (100g)≈12g (per 100g)
- Fat (100g)≈6g (per 100g)
- Keto verdictAvoid on keto
NUTRITION FACTS
Per 100g (raw)
Net Carbs
≈66g (per 100g)
Total Carbs
≈73g (per 100g)
Fiber
≈7g (per 100g)
Protein
≈12g (per 100g)
Fat
≈6g (per 100g)
Calories
≈370 (per 100g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central
WHY IT'S NOT KETO-FRIENDLY
- Not keto: starch-dense oats drive high net carbs per serving
- Low fat and moderate protein yield poor keto macro balance
- Even a small bowl (~1 cup) can consume most daily carb allowance
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Typically fortified with iron and B vitamins
- Contains soluble fiber (beta-glucan) that may support cholesterol management
- These benefits are outweighed by the carb load for strict keto eaters
PREPARATION SUGGESTIONS
IF NOT STRICT KETO
Keep to a micro-portion (2–4 Tbsp) over greek-yogurt-full-fat with berries—but expect a carb impact.
BETTER SWAP (KETO)
Use chia-seeds, nuts, and cinnamon with almond-milk-unsweetened for a cereal-style bowl.