*Weetabix is 69% carbohydrate which provides energy to the body as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. Carbohydrates also contribute to the maintenance of normal brain function as part of a healthy diet and lifestyle. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 130g of carbohydrates from all sources.
For those who can handle a few more carbs than the rest of us, Weetabix, Oatibix and Shredded Wheat can make for good choices. High in fibre, relatively low in sugar (for a cereal) and one of the more natural cereal choices available in supermarkets.
Also known as simple carbohydrates.
The main ingredient of Weet-Bix is wholegrain wheat (a whopping 97% of the product), therefore, it is high in carbohydrate (67g per 100g). This is no different to other cereals, which typically contain 60-85g of carbohydrate per 100g. Weet-Bix are incredibly low in sugar for a packaged cereal, with only 3.3g per 100g.
Weet-Bix receives a 5 Health Star Rating because it provides fibre and is low in saturated fat and sugar. Each wheat biscuit is 97% wholegrain certified and contains 5 essential vitamins and minerals. The Health Star Rating helps you compare similar packaged foods so you can make a healthier choice.
If you have type 2 diabetes breakfast cereals made with wholegrains can help to manage blood glucose levels, they release glucose more slowly as they are low GI. Weetabix, Oatibix and Shredded Wheat can make for good choices.
Weetabix is fortified with certain vitamins and minerals and if eaten to excess, then you could be taking in too much of these nutrients. We would recommend that an adult eats no more than four (4) Weetabix biscuits per day.
Porridge is our top choice for a heart healthy breakfast – when it is made with low-fat milk or water and unsweetened. All porridge oats are wholegrains and they all contain a soluble fibre called beta-glucan, which can help lower your cholesterol level if you have 3g or more of it daily, as part of a healthy diet.
Weetabix, Weetabix protein, Oatibix and ready brek are low sugar foods (green traffic light) and ready brek and Alpen No Added Sugar have no added sugar.
Cereal: plain oats, corn flakes and shredded wheat are minimally processed, but when the manufacturer adds sugar, flavourings or colourings, they become ultra-processed cereals. Try sticking to cereals such as porridge, corn flakes, bran flakes, weetabix etc rather than the more processed versions.
No, Porridge is not low-carb or keto-friendly. Porridge is made from oats, which are around 66% carbohydrate by weight. A 40g serving of Scottish Porridge Oats typically contains around 24g net carbohydrates, 23.8g of which is starch.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend that carbohydrates make up 45% to 65% of total daily calories. So if you get 2,000 calories a day, between 900 and 1,300 calories should be from carbohydrates. That translates to between 225 and 325 grams of carbs a day.
Experts say you should aim to burn 500 calories more than what you eat each day. As far as how many carbohydrates to eat, Pratt says 100 to 150 grams of carbohydrates is safe for most people who are trying to lose weight.
Negative Side Effects
If you eat too few carbs, you may experience some unpleasant side effects. According to Mayo Clinic, these may include dizziness, headaches, weakness, fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, nausea, diarrhea, mental fatigue and even bad breath.
A low-carb breakfast may increase your metabolism.
The low-carb eaters burned off 209 more calories a day than the carb-centric eaters. The study's authors concluded that cutting back on carbs increased the dieters' metabolism and promoted weight loss.
On a low carb diet, foods to avoid would include bread, pasta, potatoes, and other starchy vegetables, grains such as rice and corn, oatmeal, beans and lentils, milk, sugar, sweets such as cookies, candy and ice cream, beer, soda, and higher carb fruits like bananas, grapes, and apples.
Are Weetabix good for Losing Weight? If you're trying to lose a little bit of belly fat, Weetabix could be a good way to start the day. They are low in sugar and fat, yet high in energy, and will keep you full for longer.
At 157 calories per two biscuit serving, a bowl of Weetabix Banana Flavour is high in fibre and low in both salt and fat, making it a fantastic breakfast option for all ages.
We suggest having four Weet-Bix with two cups of milk. Then, add a piece of fruit and a few nuts for more fibre and a wider range of nutrients. Weet-Bix with milk or yoghurt, fruit and nuts can be a good start to the day, but there are plenty of other options too.