Breakfast cereals ranked from best to worst based on their nutritional value:

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Porridge:
Top choice for a heart-healthy breakfast.
Contains wholegrain oats with soluble fiber (beta-glucan) that can help lower cholesterol.
No added sugar or salt.
Consider adding fruits for sweetness.
No added sugar or salt muesli:
Contains a mixture of grains, fruit, and nuts.
Choose varieties with no added sugar and watch out for sweetened dried fruits.
Shredded whole wheat cereal:
Best choice among conventional breakfast cereals.
No added sugar or salt, and high in fiber.
Avoid versions with fruit fillings or frosted options.
Bran flakes:
High in fiber due to wholegrain content.
Watch out for added sugar and salt.
Consider adding fruits for sweetness.
Cornflakes:
Low in fiber compared to wholegrain cereals.
Often comes with added sugar and salt.
Adding fruits can improve the nutritional profile.
Muesli with added sugar:
Check for no added sugar or salt options.
Otherwise, it can be high in sugar, offsetting its health benefits.
Sugar-frosted cornflakes:
High in sugar and low in fiber.
Consider swapping to unsweetened alternatives.
Granola with dried fruit, nuts, or seeds:
High in fat and sugar.
Consider swapping to heart-healthy no-added sugar muesli.
Granola with chocolate:
Contains even more fat and sugar due to added chocolate.
Best enjoyed as an occasional treat.
Remember that a heart-healthy breakfast is one that is low in added sugars, salt, and saturated fats, while being rich in fiber and whole grains. Adding fruits to your cereal can further enhance its nutritional value.

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