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Fortified breakfast cereal served with milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Corn flakes with milk (180 g) has 203 calories. That works out to 113 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.6 g of carbs, 7.4 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 6.5 mg of Iron covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
203
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
34.6g
· 13% DV
Protein
7.4g
· 15% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 15% · Fat 17%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.98 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 7.4 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 40 g | 45 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 283 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 250 g | 283 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 300 g | 339 kcal |
Calculated from 113 calories per 100 g.
Corn flakes with milk can be a convenient breakfast: the milk provides protein, and some cereals are fortified with vitamins and minerals. Corn flakes are low in fibre, though, so adding fruit or nuts can make the meal more filling.
People with diabetes can eat corn flakes with milk, but the refined cereal carbohydrates can raise blood sugar, and milk adds carbohydrates too. The effect varies with portion and individual response, so ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your plan.
Corn flakes with milk does not cause weight loss by itself. Because corn flakes are low in fibre, some people may feel hungry again sooner; adding fruit and keeping the serving satisfying without overdoing it can help with meal planning.
Yes, pour the milk over corn flakes just before eating if you want them to stay crunchy. The flakes absorb milk quickly and soften as they sit, so keep the cereal and milk separate until serving.
Yes, you can eat corn flakes with hot milk. The warmth softens the flakes faster and removes their crunch, so add the milk only when you are ready to eat if you prefer them crisp.
Yes, fruit goes well with corn flakes with milk. Sliced banana, berries or chopped apple add flavour and texture; fruit also contributes fibre, which the flakes themselves provide in only a small amount.
Yes, you can make corn flakes with milk using an unsweetened plant milk, such as soy or oat milk. The flavour and protein content will differ from dairy milk, so choose the one that suits your taste and needs.
You can prepare corn flakes with milk the night before, but they will become soft as they sit. For a crunchy breakfast, refrigerate the milk separately and pour it over the cereal just before eating.
The ingredient lists for Kellogg's corn flakes can differ by product and country, and some varieties contain added sugar. Milk does not remove that sugar; fresh fruit can add sweetness if you want to avoid sweetening the bowl further.
Add fruit and a small handful of nuts or seeds to corn flakes with milk to bring extra texture and fibre. You can also choose a higher-protein milk; these additions make the bowl more substantial than flakes and milk alone.
Vitamins
B2
0.43mg · 33% DV
B1
0.38mg · 32% DV
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
B3
4.86mg · 30% DV
Minerals
Iron
6.48mg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
202mg · 29% DV
Calcium
230mg · 23% DV
Selenium
8.64µg · 16% DV
Sodium
306mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
342mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 203 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Corn flakes with milk is a simple bowl of crisp corn-based breakfast cereal served with milk. Kellogg’s corn flakes grew out of the American breakfast-cereal tradition, and the combination is now familiar in many countries as a quick morning meal or snack.
The flakes start out crunchy and soften as they sit in the milk. Add fruit for freshness, or nuts or seeds for extra texture; some people also enjoy them with yoghurt instead. The bowl is mainly a source of carbohydrates and is low in fibre, so pairing it with fruit and nuts can make breakfast more satisfying. Choose plain milk if you’d rather not add extra sweetness.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.98g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.99g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.81g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.