Best Low-Sugar Kids' Cereal for the Money
How to Give Your Child a Nutritious Breakfast without all the Sugar
Oct 2, 2008
Sugary, colorful flakes of calories aren't what kids need in the morning. A high-fiber, low-sugar cereal packed with nutrients are what parents look for, but kids resist. These four cereals may surprise you.
Best Low-Sugar Kids' Cereal for the Money
- Mighty Bites Honey Crunch Cereal by Kashi With only 5 grams of sugar and 3 grams of dietary fiber per serving, this is one of the most nutritious breakfast foods for kids. Packed with 15 vitamins and minerals, this is a good choice for a fast, nutritious meal. Kids who are used to a sugary cereal, may have to get accustomed to a less-sweet taste. But you can add some pure honey on top for a little extra kid-appeal. Price: $3.20 for 10.4 ounces
- Gorilla Munch Organic Cereal by Envirokids This has a slightly sweeter taste than Mighty Bites and is also gluten-free. It contains eight grams of sugar and two grams of dietary fiber. The taste reminds you a little of Corn Pops, without the super sugary taste. Price: $2.89 for 10 ounces. A percentage of the sales are donated to Endangered Species, Habitat/Conservation and Environmental Education for Kids.
- Soy and Flax Clusters by Trader Joe's If your child likes sweet and crunchy, this is the cereal for her. At 12 grams per serving, the sugar content is a little higher than Gorilla Munch and Mighty Bites. But it does contain six grams of dietary fiber, and is loaded with Omega-3's. Price: $3.99 for 20 ounces.
- Frosted Vanilla Shredded Bite Size Wheats by Trader Joe's This tastes like a less-sweet version of Kellog's Frosted Mini Wheats. At 12 grams of sugar, this cereal makes up for the sugar content with 5 grams of fiber per serving. It's also fortified with nine vitamins and minerals. Price: $2.99 for 25.5 ounces.
Cereal Coupons and Deals
Kashi is moving beyond cereals. If you go to Kashi.com and fill in your mailing address, they will send you a free cookie. Before you head to the supermarket, stop by TraderJoes.com. The site will direct you to your local store's web site, where you'll find all the weekly sales and specials.
Why Should Children Cut Down on Sugar?
Because sugar is high in calories and low in other important nutrients. High sugar consumption also leads to obesity and tooth decay. Instead of adding sugar to cereal, consider pure honey or fresh or dried fruit. If your child likes hot cereal, try a little oatmeal mixed with bananas and raisins. Feeling adventurous? Try making your own home-made oatmeal.
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