Frosted mini-wheats
Medium GI
GL 60 per typical piece (120 g) · GL 50 per 100 g
- High fiber content
- High added sugar
Frosted mini-wheats has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) adds a glycemic load of 60.
Updated Jul 12, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 27 per 100 g Unsweetened muesli provides a much lower glycemic index (45 vs 60) and glycemic load, reducing the sharp blood sugar spike associated with frosted cereals.
Muesli (rolled oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, no added sugars) - GL 1 per 100 g This swap offers a dramatic reduction in glycemic impact (GL 1 vs 50) and adds protein and healthy fats to stabilize blood sugar levels.
Unsweetened greek yogurt and ground flaxseed blend
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 370 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 83 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 18 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 16 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Soluble | 3 g |
| Insoluble | 7 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 1 g |
| Saturated | 0.2 g |
| Unsaturated | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 5 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High fiber content
- Whole grain base
- High added sugar
- Ultra-processed
- Moderate glycemic load
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Frosted mini-wheats?
Frosted mini-wheats has a glycemic index of 60 (Moderate). One typical piece (120 g) has a glycemic load of 60; per 100 g the glycemic load is 50.
Is Frosted mini-wheats good for people with insulin resistance?
Frosted mini-wheats has a medium glycemic index (60). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Muesli (rolled oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, no added sugars).
How does Frosted mini-wheats affect blood sugar?
Frosted mini-wheats has a glycemic load of 50 per 100g, which indicates a significant impact on blood sugar levels.
Check Frosted mini-wheats in the Logi app, with your portion.
