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Essentially you
Essentially you by Hyvee provides 375 kcal per 100 g, with 27.5 g of sugars and 7.5 g of protein. That is 51% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Breakfast cereals category. Contains: gluten, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cup (40 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | 150 kcal | 390 | |
| Total fat | 3.8 g | 1.5 g | 2% | 9 −59% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.2 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 82.5 g | 33 g | 12% | 66.3 +25% |
| Total sugars | 27.5 g | 11 g | 18.2 +51% | |
| Added sugars | 12.7 g | 5.1 g | 10% | 13 |
| Dietary fiber | 7.5 g | 3 g | 11% | 8 −7% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 3 g | 6% | 10.2 −27% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 0.5 g | 0.7 +91% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4881 Breakfast cereals products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from September 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other breakfast cereals
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Rice, whole grain wheat, sugar, almonds, wheat bran, soluble wheat fiber, salt, corn syrup, malted barley syrup, honey, mixed tocopherols (added to preserve freshness), natural flavor. vitamins and minerals: sodium ascorbate (vitamin c), reduced iron, niacinamide, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin b6), riboflavin (vitamin b2), thiamin mononitrate (vitamin b1), vitamin a palmitate, folic acid, vitamin d, vitamin b12.
- Allergens
- GlutenNuts
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 cup (40 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0075450122435
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Essentially you?
Essentially you contains 375 kcal per 100 g and about 150 kcal per serving (1 cup (40 g)).
How much sugar is in Essentially you?
Essentially you has 27.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Essentially you healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Essentially you vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Essentially you contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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