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(HealthDay News) -- Cereal can be a fun, quick and easy breakfast choice for children, but it's important to read labels to make sure you're serving up a healthy bowl.
The American Academy of Pediatrics suggests these guidelines:
Skip the cartoon-covered boxes geared toward children, as they tend to contain more sugar and less fiber than other types of cereal.
Opt for cereal with at least two, and ideally at least five, grams of fiber per serving.
Stick to cereals with less than 12 grams of sugar per serving.
Add cut-up fresh fruit to cereal for additional sweetness and nutrition.
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