Better Brekkie Archives - Weet-Bix (2024)

FAQs

Is it okay to eat Weetabix every day? ›

However, balance is the key, and you can have too much of a good thing. 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.

Two Weet-Bix with a cup of skim/trim milk provides 834kJ (199cal), 13.6g protein, 32.6g carbs, 13.3g sugars (almost all from the milk) and 3g fibre. This is too light on its own for breakfast – doubling it would be better. We suggest having four Weet-Bix with two cups of milk.

Weet-Bix is a good source of B vitamins including B1 (thiamin), B2 (riboflavin) and B3 (niacin) for energy, as part of a balanced diet. Weet-Bix is high in folate! This B vitamin helps support healthy blood cells and immune system, fights fatigue and maintains a healthy mind, in combination with a balanced diet.

Ultimately Weetabix is a great cereal to have for breakfast. It is low in salt and sugar — one biscuit contains one hundredth of a teaspoon of salt, which is 0.8% of the FSA's suggested daily salt intake, and less than a fifth of a teaspoon of sugar (0.9g). It can absolutely be eaten in a balanced and healthy diet.

A delicious way to nourish your day

With the perfect harmony of taste and whole grain goodness, Weetabix® whole grain cereal biscuits are a beloved breakfast staple. They're delightfully crunchy and just sweet enough.

I don't mean fibre from All Bran or Weetabix (have you noticed how if you drop a bit on the table, it sticks to it like glue? Well this is what it's doing to our gut wall…). These highly glutinous cereals can often cause bloating in the gut which is a sign that our immune response has been triggered.

It also depends on what you want to gain from your breakfast meal. If you're looking to boost muscle gain and weight loss, go for the eggs, but if it is convenience and satiety you're chasing, you may want to opt for that bowl of breakfast bowl.

Porridge made from rolled oats, steel cut oats etc. is much better for you. Oats are a whole grain and have many proven health benefits.

Lambert explains: “Despite its relatively straightforward ingredients list, Weetabix falls into the category [of UPFs] due to the presence of added sugars and certain processed ingredients like malted barley extract. However, not all UPFs are created equal.

Weet-Bix is a low sugar product with only 3.3% sugar. This is around 1/5th of a teaspoon per 30g serve (2 biscuits).

Is Weet-Bix good for losing belly fat? ›

Is Weetabix good for fat loss? Weetabix can be a beneficial part of a fat loss diet due to its high fiber content and low sugar levels compared to many other breakfast cereals. High-fiber foods help promote satiety, which can reduce overall calorie intake by keeping you feeling fuller for longer.

However, balance is the key, and you can have too much of a good thing. 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.

Wholegrain cereals which are low in salt sugar, such as shredded whole wheat cereal or wheat biscuits, make a better choice when it comes to standard breakfast cereals. Watch out, as many well-known cereals that come with fruit fillings, frosting or chocolate chips tend to have higher amounts of sugar.

Special K is perceived as high in fibre, but it has less than half the fibre of plain Weetabix or porridge oats, along with some added sugar. “Corn Flakes or Rice Krispies have less sugar added than Special K, but provide very little fibre,” Donna explains.

Weetabix is a whole-grain cereal made from wheat. It is a good source of fiber, which can aid in digestion and help you feel full. It typically has added vitamins and minerals. Weetabix can be a quick and convenient breakfast option.

Simple, the one you think tastes better. Seriously, it's that simple. As you can see below, they both have similar amounts of protein, carbohydrate and dietary fibre. The only major difference is oats have more fat and slightly more calories.

Wholegrain cereals which are low in salt sugar, such as shredded whole wheat cereal or wheat biscuits, make a better choice when it comes to standard breakfast cereals. Watch out, as many well-known cereals that come with fruit fillings, frosting or chocolate chips tend to have higher amounts of sugar.

The Original Superfood

Well, Weetabix was a superfood* before superfoods were a thing. We're 100% whole wheat and packed with many of the nutrients your body needs.