Many cereals are fortified with the likes of B vitamins, iron and vitamin D, which can help you reach the recommended nutrients to support your health. How we test Helps lower cholesterol through each serving (63g) containing 46% of the 3g of oat beta-glucan suggested per day.

Choosing a cereal high in fibre helps us reach the recommended goal of 30g a day. Products with 3g fibre per 100g are classed as a source of fibre, while foods with 6g fibre per 100g are high in fibre. In addition to supporting gut health, fibre can reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and bowel cancer. Look for no added sugar or salt To ensure your day gets off to the best possible start, we’ve taste-tested a selection of the most popular cereal categories, to see how the supermarket version compares to the big-branded buys. We’ll let you know which ones are worth making the switch for, as well as the brands worthy of forking out a little extra...

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Compared with refined grains, whole grains help to release glucose into the blood more slowly. Diets rich in whole grain foods can also reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke and certain cancers, as well as type 2 diabetes. Choose a cereal high in fibre

For over 140 years, the might Oat has inspired Quaker to make delicious porridge, cereal, granola and more. Health means different things to different people. Whether you’re concerned about gut health, upping your fibre intake, or looking for heart-healthy options, there’s a cereal for you. We’ve long been told that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but when it comes to making healthy (and tasty!) decisions, it can be confusing.Whether you're preparing a warming bowl of porridge topped with your favourite toppings at home or enjoying Quaker Oats So Simple before your morning meeting, there's a delicious Quaker breakfast to suit your morning ritual. Those that are looking to lose weight may prefer to go for low-fat or reduced sugar formulas. Many brands also reinforce recipes with added vitamins and minerals. Our team of taste testers slurped their way through a whopping 116 bowls of cereal, looking for the most delicious options. They were tasked with finding the ones that offered the best balance of flavours and ingredients, whether from big brands or supermarkets. The sugar content of commonly consumed cereals is highly variable, so if this is something you wish to avoid, look for cereals that state "no added sugar". If a product contains dried fruit as an ingredient, this will contribute to the total sugar content of the product, which may be higher than you expect. When looking at the product label, more than 22.5g of total sugars per 100g is considered high. Products low in sugar have 5g or less of total sugars per 100g. Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals

We asked dietitian Ro Huntriss what to look out for and avoid in a cereal, depending on your needs. Here are Ro's top recommendations: Look for whole grain cereals