Cereals and Grains / Whole Grains
Corn flakes, enr Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Calories | 387kcal / 2530kcal (15%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 0.6 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 87.2 g/ 348g (25%) | ||||||
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Protein | 8.2 g/ 71g (11%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 36.1 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (5%) |
Vitamin C | 184 mg/ 70mg (262%) high |
Vitamin B1 | 1.87 mg/ 1mg (155%) high |
Vitamin B2 | 7.93 mg/ 1mg (610%) high |
Vitamin B3 | 21.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (133%) high |
Minerals
Calcium | 42 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Iron | 9.4 mg/ 12mg (78%) high |
Phosphorus | 46 mg/ 700mg (6%) |
Sodium | 838 mg/ 1500mg (55%) |
Allergen Info
AI-assisted Corn
Gluten
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Corn flakes (usually eaten as breakfast cereal with milk). It’s mainly a carbohydrate food made from corn, often served in a bowl with milk or yogurt.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Corn flakes can help give you energy for your day because they’re high in carbohydrates. They also provide some fiber (about 3.4 g per 100 g), which can support better digestion and help you feel fuller. However, this version is also relatively higher in sodium (about 838 mg) and has some sugar (about 9.7 g). If you eat it often or in big portions, too much sodium and sugar can add up—so it’s best to balance it with protein and healthy fats, and keep your serving size reasonable.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted - Use a smaller portion: start with about 30–40 g per serving, especially if you also have rice or bread later.
- Add protein for balance: mix with milk (low-fat if available) or plain yogurt, or add a side like boiled eggs.
- Boost fiber and vitamins: add fresh fruits (banana, berries, apple) and/or a handful of nuts/seeds if you need extra staying power.
- Watch sodium and sugar: choose less-salty/less-sweet options when available, and avoid adding extra sugar or syrup.
- Fit it into your day: corn flakes work well as a snack or breakfast (1 meal or 1 snack), not as the only carb source for the whole day.
Common Filipino dishes
Corn flakes with milk, Lugaw (rice porridge), Sinangag (garlic fried rice), Pancit Canton, Champorado
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