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Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal

According to USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2560890, data refreshed July 2026), nutrition facts per 100g, sourced verbatim.

385
Caloriesmoderate density
7.7g
Proteingood source · 15% DV
82.0g
Carbshigh · 30% DV
3.9g
Fatmoderate · 5% DV
385 calories per 100g

Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 385 calories per 100g according to USDA FoodData Central. It has 7.7g of protein, 3.9g of fat, and 82.0g of carbohydrates per 100g. Data is sourced verbatim from the Branded Food database, refreshed July 2026.

  • More protein than 44% of USDA whole foods

The verdict

Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal is fiber-rich, with 7.7g of dietary fiber per 100g.

7.7g
protein per 100g
Top 56%
protein vs USDA whole foods
385
calories per 100g
7.7g
fiber per 100g

Percentile computed against the 7,880 USDA SR Legacy and Foundation whole foods with a protein value, not branded or processed items.

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Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal by CHEERIOS contains 385 calories per 100g, according to the USDA FoodData Central database. It provides 7.7g of protein, 3.9g of fat, and 82.0g of carbohydrates per 100g. Dietary fiber: 7.7g. Below you will find a complete nutrient breakdown including vitamins, minerals, and daily value percentages based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are normalized to a 100g serving per the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Source: USDA laboratory analysis and manufacturer-reported label data for food products sold in the United States.

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Where this data comes from

USDA FoodData Central is the United States government's authoritative reference for food composition, maintained by the Agricultural Research Service and updated as new laboratory analyses and manufacturer submissions are processed. Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal is catalogued there as FDC ID 2560890, a branded food entry from CHEERIOS. Every figure on this page comes from USDA laboratory analysis under the FDC Branded Food program, standardized to 100 g so it can be compared fairly against any other food in the database. Values are shown on the USDA per-100 g basis.

By the per-100g standardization, Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal reads as good fiber source within common dietary frameworks. Check the full breakdown above for vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

Nutritional Value at a Glance

Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal is a carbohydrate-dense food that can serve as a quick energy source.

At 28% of the Daily Value for fiber, this is a good source that supports digestive health and may help with satiety.

Notable micronutrients include Iron, Fe (256% DV), and Calcium, Ca (39% DV).

Allergen indicators

No FDA Big 9 major-allergen indicator was detected in the product name and brand text scan (milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame). Absence-of-flag does NOT mean allergen-free. The USDA FoodData Central release does not always include a full ingredient list, always verify with the FDA-mandated ingredient and allergen statement printed on the physical package before consumption.

Nutrition Facts Serving size 100g Amount per serving Calories 385 % Daily Value* Total Fat 4g 5% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg 0% Sodium 385mg 17% Total Carbohydrate 82g 30% Dietary Fiber 8g 28% Total Sugars 21g Includes 21g Added Sugars 41% Protein 8g Vitamin D 0mcg 0% Calcium 513mg 39% Iron 46mg 256% Potassium 462mg 10% * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Values per 100g

Macro Breakdown

385
Calories per 100g

385 kcal = 19% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value

0%100%19of 2,000 kcal
385 kcal = 19% of FDA 2,000 kcal Daily Value
P: 7.7gF: 3.9gC: 82.0g
7.7g
Protein
15% DV
3.9g
Total Fat
5% DV
82.0g
Carbs
30% DV
7.7g
Fiber
28% DV
20.5g
Sugar
no FDA DV
385mg
Sodium
17% DV

Values shown per 100g, the USDA FoodData Central standardization. Serving size for this entry is not declared in the USDA release.

Where Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal ranks on protein

Its 7.7g of protein per 100g placed against every USDA reference (whole) food, the 7,880 SR Legacy and Foundation items with a protein value.

Protein per 100g - Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal vs every USDA reference food

USDA reference (whole) foods with a protein value

8 44th percentile higher than 44% of 7,880 USDA reference foods

0–5: 2,829 USDA reference foods (36%). Below this entry. 5–10: 1,170 USDA reference foods (15%). This entry sits in this band. 10–15: 863 USDA reference foods (11%). Above this entry. 15–20: 783 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 20–25: 1,085 USDA reference foods (14%). Above this entry. 25–30: 826 USDA reference foods (10%). Above this entry. 30–35: 230 USDA reference foods (3%). Above this entry. 35–40: 32 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 40–45: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 45–50: 11 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 50–55: 9 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. 55–60: 33 USDA reference foods (0%). Above this entry. This food 0 60 every USDA reference food, bucketed by value

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Source USDA FoodData Central, SR Legacy & Foundation · July 2026

Full Nutrient Breakdown

Every nutrient USDA reports for this food, per 100 g, with each value's share of the FDA Daily Value shown as a bar.

Macronutrients

Nutrient Amount % DV
Carbohydrate, by difference 82.0 G
30%
Energy 385 KCAL
Fiber, total dietary 7.7 G
28%
Protein 7.7 G
15%
Total Sugars 20.5 G
Total lipid (fat) 3.9 G
5%

Vitamins

Nutrient Amount % DV
Sugars, added 20.5 G
41%
Folate, total 1026.0 UG
Folic acid 603.0 UG
Niacin 51 MG
Pantothenic acid 13 MG
Riboflavin 4 MG
Thiamin 4 MG
Vitamin B-12 15.4 UG
Vitamin B-6 5 MG
Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid 15 MG

Minerals

Nutrient Amount % DV
Calcium, Ca 513 MG
39%
Iron, Fe 46 MG
256%
Potassium, K 462 MG
10%
Sodium, Na 385 MG
17%
Vitamin A, RAE 231.0 UG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3) 5.0 UG
Zinc, Zn 38 MG

Lipids

Nutrient Amount % DV
Cholesterol 0 MG
0%
Fatty acids, total saturated 0.00 G
0%
Fatty acids, total trans 0.00 G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated 1.3 G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated 1.3 G

Key takeaways

  • Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal delivers 7.7g of protein per 100g, more than 44% of USDA whole foods. See the protein ranking
  • It carries 385 calories per 100g.
  • Its standout micronutrient is iron, fe, at 256% of the Daily Value per 100g.
  • Based on its per-100g profile, it fits good fiber source patterns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 385 calories per 100g. It has 7.7g of protein, 3.9g of fat, and 82.0g of carbohydrates.
What are the macros in Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal? ▼
Per 100g, Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal has 7.7g protein (8% of calories), 3.9g fat, and 82.0g carbs. Fiber: 7.7g. Sugar: 20.5g.
How much sodium is in Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 385mg of sodium per 100g, which is 17% of the recommended daily limit (2,300mg).
Is Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal high in fiber? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal contains 7.7g of dietary fiber per 100g, which is 28% of the daily recommended value (28g). This is considered a good source of fiber.
Is Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal keto-friendly? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal has 82.0g of carbs per 100g (85% of calories), which may be too high for strict keto diets (typically under 5g net carbs per serving).
Is Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal good for a diet? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal has 385 calories per 100g. Fat content: 3.9g. Contains 7.7g fiber which aids digestion.
What vitamins and minerals are in Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal is notably rich in Iron, Fe (256% DV), Calcium, Ca (39% DV). Daily-value percentages are computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis as published in FoodData Central.
How does Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal compare to other foods? ▼
Cheerios Multi Grain Lightly Sweetened Cereal provides 385 calories and 7.7g protein per 100g. That is 50 calories per gram of protein. Use our compare tool to see how it stacks up against similar foods in the same category.

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Primary source data

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Data Sources & Methodology

Data from USDA FoodData Central, April 2026 release. See our methodology.

Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID 2560890) — Branded Food database. Verify with USDA →

Source: FDA 2,000-calorie Daily Value reference — %DV computed against the USDA per-100g standardization basis.

Disclaimer: This information is for reference only and should not replace professional dietary advice. Nutrient content may vary by brand, preparation method, and seasonal factors.

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