10 of the best cereal for weight loss or a healthy change

A brilliant source of fibre and protein, with no added sugar and low in calories, makes Nestle Shredded Wheat Cereal - 30 Pack the perfect cereal to help you on your health journey, whatever your goal may be.

Nutritional information per 45g (two biscuits):
Energy: 162kcal
Fat: 1.0g
Of which saturates: 0.2g
Carbohydrate: 30g
Of which sugars: 0.3g
Protein: 6g
Fibre: 6g
Salt: 0.02g

Customer review: "I have bought this easy to eat cereal for a long time and I mean many years even my children were brought up on those crunchy biscuits, it's easy to serve them with fresh fruit, must stop thinking about them cos it's tea time, there again why not?"

We're not surprised the Weetabix Cereal - 48 Pack are a staple in many households. They're high in fibre (which can help you feel fuller for longer), extremely low in sugar and salt, and contain a decent amount of carbs to help fuel you throughout the day.

Nutritional information per two Weetabix:
Energy: 136kcal
Fat: 0.8g
Of which saturates: 0.2g
Carbohydrate: 26g
Of which sugars: 1.6g
Protein: 4.5g
Fibre: 3.8g
Salt: 0.10g

Customer review: "Having a milk intolerance I use a drop of hot water, it goes lovely and soft a drizzle of honey, bliss."

A trusty weight loss cereal favourite, Alpen is known for its mouth-watering range of wholegrain mueslis, oat granolas and bars. This Alpen No Added Sugar Muesli - 1.1kg is a great sugar-free option.

Nutritional information per 45g serving:
Energy: 166kcal
Fat: 2.6g
Of which saturates: 0.4g
Carbohydrate: 28g
Of which sugars: 7.2g
Protein: 5.4g
Fibre: 3.7g
Salt: 0.13g

Customer review: "I love this mueli and living in France, it is always difficult to buy goods from England. These were a good price, the delivery price was a little high, but only to be expected when it has travelled from so far. Could not believe that I ordered on Tuesday and my package was deliver Thursday morning. Great job."

Anyone with a sweet tooth and a love of chocolate will be a fan of this porridge from Bulk. Per 100g you get 11g of protein to ensure you're kept feeling full for longer and don't contain too much sugar, fat or salt. Plus there are other delicious flavours of Bulk Ultra Fine Oats including vanilla, butterscotch, and apple and cinnamon.

Nutritional information per 50g serving:
Energy: 185kcal
Fat: 2.6g
Of which saturates: 0.5g
Carbohydrate: 34g
Of which sugars: 0.4g
Protein: 5.4g
Fibre: 2.8g
Salt: 0.03g

Customer review: "A convenient way to get your oats."

Porridge is a brilliant heart-healthy breakfast. Oats are wholegrain and contain beta-glucan, a soluble fibre that helps to lower your cholesterol. These Quaker Porridge Oats - 1kg are very filling too, which will help you to consume fewer calories throughout the day and, as a result, lose weight.

Nutritional information per 40g serving:
Energy: 150kcal
Fat: 3.2g
Of which saturates: 0.6g
Carbohydrate: 24g
Of which sugars: 0.4g
Protein: 4.4g
Fibre: 3.6g
Salt: 0g

Customer review: "Always the highest quality guaranteed. The oats are rolled to a relatively small size compared to some brands, which I much prefer. They still thicken perfectly and provide a smooth, consistent texture."

These are by no means bland flakes! More like a breakfast cereal waiting to be customised; think everything from bananas and berries to yoghurt. We love the Kellogg's Bran Flakes Breakfast Cereal - 750g.

Nutritional information per 30g serving:
Energy: 108kcal
Fat: 0.8g
Of which saturates: 0.1g
Carbohydrate: 20g
Of which sugars: 4.2g
Protein: 3.6g
Fibre: 4.2g
Salt: 0.20g

Customer review: "These may be more expensive than Waitrose own, which are ok, but for the discerning they are definitely the better taste and texture."

If you're a fan of Sugar Puffs, then here's a healthy alternative Puffed Wheat by Sainsbury's. This wheat puff cereal contains barely any sugar, salt or fat (results!) and is low in calories too, so you can enjoy a cereal classic without having to worry about calorie counting.

Nutritional information per 30g serving:
Energy: 113kcal
Fat: 0.7g
Of which saturates: 0.2g
Carbohydrate: 20.9g
Of which sugars: 0.5g
Protein: 4.4g
Fibre: 2.8g
Salt: 0.01g

Customer review: "I like this cereal, like all supermarket items the price has increased and the pack size has reduced but it's still good value."

Not only do Shreddies taste great (and are usually a hit with even the fussiest of eaters) they're high in fibre, and protein but low in calories. Want to make Shreddies The Original - 630g a little more exciting? Add some sliced banana or a handful of your favourite fruit, topped with semi-skimmed milk.

Nutritional information per 40g:
Energy: 145kcal
Fat: 0.7g
Of which saturates: 0.1g
Carbohydrate: 28g
Of which sugars: 5g
Protein: 4.9g
Fibre: 4.3g
Salt: 0.29g

Customer review: "Well what can I say? Tasty Shreddies with Almond milk for my morning breakfast. Always keeps me full to lunchtime."

It can be hard to find a granola that isn't full of sugar or has a high-fat content. This Jordan's Low Sugar Nut Granola has no added salt and less than five per cent sugar. The fat content is still a little high, so we'd recommend saving this for a little weekend treat.

Nutritional information per 45g serving:
Energy: 201kcal
Fat: 7.2g
Of which saturates: 1.1g
Carbohydrate: 25.1g
Of which sugars: 1.3g
Protein: 7.2g
Fibre: 3.6g
Salt: 0.01g

Customer review: "I really enjoy the taste of this granola. it's got very small chunks of dried date which give a little sweetness."

This iconic cereal has a surprisingly good nutritional value. Top the Cornflakes by Kelloggs - 500g with some banana and semi-skimmed milk and you have a breakfast fit for champions.

Nutritional information per 30g serving:
Energy: 113kcal
Fat: 0.3g
Of which saturates: 0.1g
Carbohydrate: 25g
Of which sugars: 2.4g
Protein: 2.1g
Fibre: 0.9g
Salt: 0.34g

Customer review: "Only ever my 2nd review , BUT laughed at sizing and shaping of the box causing consternation. I have cereal dispenser looks cool easy to clean and fits in kitchen Try it."