Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade vs Cereals ready-to-eat, Post, Waffle Crisp
Original comparison by NutriVerdict
Bottom line: Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade is the more nutrient-dense of the two, scoring 60 of 100 to 52 for Cereals ready-to-eat, Post, Waffle Crisp.
Homemade granola scores higher for nutrient density, 60 of 100 versus 52 of 100 for Post Waffle Crisp. Granola more than doubles the protein per 100 g (13.7 g vs 6.6 g) and doubles the fiber (8.9 g vs 4.4 g), while cutting sugar to 19.8 g from 34.7 g and sodium to 26 mg from a much higher 596 mg, though granola runs higher in calories (489 vs 390) and fat (24.3 g vs 5 g).
Choose granola when protein, fiber, and low sodium are priorities and you can accommodate the extra calories and fat. Choose Waffle Crisp only if a lighter, lower-fat texture matters more than sugar or sodium content, since both run high in this cereal. The sodium gap here is especially wide and worth weighing.
Head to head, per 100 g
| Metric | Cereals ready-to-eat | Cereals ready-to-eat |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrient Density Score | 60 | 52 |
| Calories | 489 kcal | 390 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g | 6.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 54 g | 83 g |
| Dietary fiber | 8.9 g | 4.4 g |
| Sugars | 20 g | 35 g |
| Total fat | 24 g | 5 g |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 0.9 g |
| Sodium | 26 mg | 596 mg |
| Potassium | 539 mg | 212 mg |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 24 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg | 9 mg |
| Magnesium | 168 mg | 72 mg |
| Vitamin C | 1.2 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1 ug | 740 ug |
| Vitamin E | 11 mg | 0.4 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Frequently asked questions
Is Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade healthier than Cereals ready-to-eat, Post, Waffle Crisp?
On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie, Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade scores higher, 60 of 100 to 52. Both can fit a balanced diet; the score reflects nutrients per calorie, not a whole-diet judgement.
Which has more protein, Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade or Cereals ready-to-eat, Post, Waffle Crisp?
Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade has more protein, 13.7 g per 100 g to 6.6 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Cereals ready-to-eat, Post, Waffle Crisp is lower in calories, 390 kcal per 100 g to 489 kcal.
Which has more fiber?
Cereals ready-to-eat, granola, homemade has more dietary fiber, 8.9 g per 100 g to 4.4 g.
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