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The NOVA food classification system has been causing unnecessary confusion about which foods are “ultraprocessed.” It was developed by the Center for Epidemiological Studies in Health and Nutrition, School of Public Health at the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil, and it groups foods by their level of processing and recommends avoiding “ultraprocessed foods” like candy and soda. All breakfast cereal is …

Cereals can be a convenient way to load up on fiber in the morning to help you poop. The best cereals will have at least 4 grams of fiber and ideally are low in sugar. Pay attention to serving sizes, which can vary depending on the cereal. If your digestion feels sluggish, you’re not alone. Many people experience constipation or …

Despite what claims might be on the front of the box, or what the cartoon mascots try to convince us in the commercials, many popular breakfast cereals are not actually part of a balanced breakfast. In fact, a lot of them are mostly sugar. And most of the cereals that include processed grains along with preservatives, additives, or artificial colors …

JRomero04/Shutterstock Despite what claims might be on the front of the box, or what the cartoon mascots try to convince us in the commercials, many popular breakfast cereals are not actually part of a balanced breakfast. In fact, a lot of them are mostly sugar. And most of the cereals that include …

Choosing the right breakfast can help support healthy blood pressure. The best cereals are high in fiber and low in added sugar, salt and saturated fat. For added nutrition, try adding fruit on top of your cereal, like berries and bananas. Your breakfast choices can have a real impact on your blood pressure. Too much sodium, sugar and saturated fat …