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Read that most branded breakfast cereals(even those low in sugar & saturate fat) are made by high heat extrusion process & most nutrients r lost.true?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

TRUE: except nutrients (Vitamins etc) are generally ADDED as the next step (as is sugar unfortunately) Look for "natural" cereal products (Available in most "Health Food" Stores or Supermarkets! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 9/2/2020

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