Is Cornflakes Good For Toddlers?

"Wholegrain breakfast cereals are a good source of fibre, which can make your child feel fuller for longer. Though cornflakes has low sugar and sodium levels, but it is made from corn that is starchy and high in fat content which diminishes its nutritive values. If you choose to give cornflakes always choose plain cornflakes instead of flavoured ones, as too much sugar in a child’s diet makes the child overweight. Some breakfast cereals highlight the inclusion of bran, fiber, vitamins and other ingredients that make it a healthy option but it is important to look at the food label carefully to avoid, added sugars, added flavors & food colors. Wheat flakes are nutritionally better in terms of its protein, fiber and iron content and have a higher overall nutritive value which makes it more wholesome and favorable over cornflakes. Similarly , Muesli is packed with the goodness of oats, wheat flakes nuts and also raisins. Best option is to introduce Oats which are highest in its protein content in comparison to the other breakfast cereals, like cornflakes and wheat flakes. It is also high in soluble as well as insoluble fiber."

Other Answers

Christine Koh answered:

"I think it should be ok. Usually I will avoid those coated with sugar etc.. Don't want to encourage sweet tooth."

"Yes i think it's good snacks for them, at least when I compare it to biscuits or sweets. As long as the cornflakes can be easily chewed and won't cause the child to choke. Some brands of cornflakes are harder than the others though, so you have to watch out. I find the brand Post, although good coz it has more fibres, to be harder than Nestle, Kellogs or 365 brands."

"I feel that it is ok for them to eat as long as they can bite. Or u can mixed with milk or milo if u think its too hard for them. :) I do give my 2yo girl koko crunch, but not too much cos its kinda heaty."

"i give my bb 17 months cornflakes too. but in a small portion. Yes childcare do give the cornflakes as breakfast."

"I do give my toddler cornflakes. It's crunchy and not sweet. A very healthy snack."

"it is ok to give cornflakes, but make sure its those plain ones, as there are some cornflakes with added sugar which is not good for young children. If really need to give those with added sugar, then don't give them everyday, perhaps once a week."

"I guess should be ok as my boy's child care center is giving the children there cornflakes as breakfast everyday."