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    The sweet truth about cereal and sugar

    Brown or white, granulated or caster, in cubes or sachets, sugar’s been around since Christopher Columbus brought a bit of sugarcane back from the Canary Islands (there’s a fact that could impress the rest of the family!). It’s one of the ingredients in many foods, including breakfast cereals.

    Examples of sugar intake at breakfast time

    What is sugar's role?

    Sugar preserves, gives a texture, a nice golden colour and, of course, a sweeter flavor. Cereal is made mostly from grain, which can make it a good source of fiber, vitamins and minerals. So sugar is merely its partner (or maybe we should say sweetheart?).

    Sweet fact

    The World Health Organisation recommends a maximum of 10 teaspoons of added sugars a day for children and 12 for adults. The good news is that many cereals contain two teaspoons or fewer of added sugars per serving.

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    know?

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    Delicious!

    The ancient Egyptians buried mummies wearing necklaces made of barley, and in 1324 King Edward II of Britain set the standard for measurement, making an inch equal in length to three grains of dry, round barley, stacked lengthwise at one end.

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    Rice in a costume party

    Wild rice is not rice at all - it is the grain of a type of aquatic weed that was cultivated by Native Americans. It has a strong flavor and is expensive, so it is often mixed with other types of rice.

    Just how sweet?

    Sugars from breakfast cereals make up around 5% of the average daily intake of added sugars for adults (8% for children)[1]. And studies show that children who eat pre-sweetened breakfast cereal show no difference in their overall daily intake of sugars compared to those who don’t[2].

    So there you have it – the sweet truth about breakfast cereal and sugar. Now all you have to do is enjoy it !

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    Nestlé Cereals: they just get better for you

    Nestlé knows that a nutritious breakfast to start the day is important. Here we tell you how we improve our recipes to provide nutritious breakfast!

    Read moreNestlé Cereals: they just get better for you

    Footnotes

    1. Bates B et al (2014) UK National Diet & Nutrition Survey. Results from Years 1, 2, 3 and 4 (combined) of the Rolling Programme (2008/2009 – 2011/2012). London: Public Health England
    2. Albertson AM, Thompson DR, Franko DL et al (2011) Weight indicators and nutrient intake in children and adolescents do not vary by sugar content in ready-to-eat cereal: results from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2001-2006. Nutr Res. Mar;31(3):229-36. • Bachman JL, Reedy J, Subar AF et al (2008) Sources of food group intakes among the U.S. population, 2001-2002. J Am Diet Assoc.;108(5):804-14. • INCA2 (2008) French National Dietary Survey.

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    Break out the breakfast cereal – it’s too good not to!

     A balanced breakfast is important - it gives you the nutrients needed to be ready for the day. Find out what makes cereal part of a balanced breakfast. Read the full article Break out the breakfast cereal – it’s too good not to!
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    Breakfast Cereal Serving Sizes - How Much Should I Put on a Plate?

     Serving the right amount can be a tricky affair. Find out more about recommended servings based on age and chip type - and how you can enjoy it. Read the full article Breakfast Cereal Serving Sizes - How Much Should I Put on a Plate?
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    A whole lot of fun whole grain facts

     Whole grain can play an important role in your daily intake of nutrients. Nestlé has a few fun facts about whole grain that you may not already know! Read the full article A whole lot of fun whole grain facts

    Footnotes

    1. ^ Bates B et al (2014) UK National Diet & Nutrition Survey. Results from Years 1, 2, 3 and 4 (combined) of the Rolling Programme (2008/2009 – 2011/2012). London: Public Health England
    2. ^ • Albertson AM, Thompson DR, Franko DL et al (2011) Weight indicators and nutrient intake in children and adolescents do not vary by sugar content in ready-to-eat cereal: results from National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2001-2006. Nutr Res. Mar;31(3):229-36. • Bachman JL, Reedy J, Subar AF et al (2008) Sources of food group intakes among the U.S. population, 2001-2002. J Am Diet Assoc.;108(5):804-14. • INCA2 (2008) French National Dietary Survey.

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    How can I find foods made with whole grain?

    Two things to remember: • Look for food labels where the word 'whole' appears in front of the name of the grain, like “whole wheat” or “wholemeal bread”. • For foods with more than one ingredient, make sure whole grain is listed towards the top of the ingredients list. The further up the list it is, the more whole grain has been used in the recipe. And look out for the percentage of whole grain. You should find this in the ingredients list too.

    Which Nestlé cereals are made with whole grain?

    All Nestlé breakfast cereals carrying the green banner are made with whole grain; this is our Whole Grain Guarantee. They are made with at least 8g or more of whole grain per 30g serving. There are ingredient lists on all packs, showing the exact amount. By end of 2015, we’re committed to making whole grain the main ingredient in all Nestlé cereals popular with children.

    What should be in a complete breakfast?

    A complete breakfast should include a balance of nutrients from each of the major food groups.