Corn flakes
31
Nutrition Score
Poor

Corn flakes

5900020038333
Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
71
Hazard Score
Use with caution
43
Mirella Index
Basic
Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)
Ingredients
Corn Flour
Cornflour  ·  No known concerns
Finely ground flour milled from whole corn kernels, used in breads, tortillas, and batters.
Glucose Syrup
GlucSyrup  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Refined sweetener from hydrolysed starch. High glycaemic index; linked to blood sugar spikes.
Oligofructose Syrup
OligofructoseSyrup  ·  No known concerns
Prebiotic fiber syrup derived from chicory or inulin-rich plants, used as a low-calorie sweetener and fiber booster.
Glycerol (Glycerin)
E422  ·  No known concerns
Humectant used to maintain moisture in cakes, protein bars, and chocolates. Generally safe but can cause mild digestive issues in massive doses.
Sorbitol
E420  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can have a laxative effect in large amounts.
Coconut Oil
CoconutOil  ·  −3 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA
Edible oil extracted from the kernel or meat of mature coconuts. High in saturated fat.
Sugar (Sucrose)
Sugar  ·  −4 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common refined sugar. High consumption is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and tooth decay.
Calcium (Mineral Fortification)
CalciumMineral  ·  No known concerns
Calcium added as a mineral fortificant; the specific salt is not declared.
Salt (Sodium Chloride)
Salt  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA
Common table salt used for flavouring and preservation. High intake is linked to hypertension.
Glucose (Dextrose)
Glucose  ·  −3 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Simple sugar used as a sweetener, energy source, and in food processing. High GI.
Lecithin
E322  ·  No known concerns
Natural emulsifier often derived from soy or eggs. Completely safe.
Invert Sugar
InvertSugar  ·  −8 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Hydrolysed sucrose syrup used in confectionery.
Molasses
Molasses  ·  No known concerns
Thick dark byproduct of sugar refining containing significant trace minerals, calcium, and iron.
Sodium Phosphate
E339  ·  −2 pts
Phosphate additive; high intake of phosphates is monitored.
Iron (Ferrous Sulphate)
IronFort  ·  No known concerns
Mineral fortification added to cereals and flour. Essential nutrient; safe at normal levels.
Tocopherol (Vitamin E)
E306  ·  No known concerns
Natural vitamin E extract used as an antioxidant in fats and oils. Essential nutrient.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
Niacin  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, added to fortify flour and cereals.
Pantothenic Acid (B5)
PantAcid  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, added to fortify cereals and supplements.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)
E101  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin that also acts as a natural yellow-orange food colorant, added to fortify cereals and dairy alternatives.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
VitB6  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin involved in protein metabolism and brain development, added to fortify cereals and supplements.
Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
FolicAcid  ·  No known concerns
Synthetic form of vitamin B9, added to fortify flour and cereals. Important for cell growth and preventing birth defects.
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