It is good that you are increasing fruit, vegetables and fiber in your diet. And while a cereal that contains "fruit" may sound perfect, there can be some problems.

That's because in reality the "fruit" in the cereal may be nothing more than sugary-sweetened gobs of flour with colorings, flavoring and other additives. As an example, many muffins, cereals and breads contain fake blueberries (sometimes called blueberry bits.) Some products, such as Special K Blueberry Cereal, have a little fruit or fruit puree concentrate (mostly sugar) mixed with the fake fruit. Others, such as Total Blueberry Pomegranate Cereal, contain no fruit at all.

So, what can you do? Two things. First, always read the ingredient list. It is much more accurate than the advertising on the package. Next, add your own fresh fruit to cereal and other foods. That way, you know what you are getting.
1 | Left by Anon | Jul. 15, 2011 at 9:55am