What Percentage of Cereal is Sugar? An In-Depth Nutritional Guide
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2014 analysis by the Environmental Working Group, cold cereals in the United States average about 23% sugar by weight, with children's cereals being the most sugary at an average of 34%. The actual sugar content, however, varies dramatically between brands and product types.