Total (breakfast cereal)

Total is a brand of breakfast cereal produced by the General Mills company, first introduced in the United States in 1961. It is well known for its claim to provide "100% of the Daily Value of at least 11 nutrients" in a single serving.

History

Total was first introduced by General Mills in 1961. The cereal was marketed as a nutritional breakthrough, as it was the first cereal to have 100% of the recommended daily allowance of vitamins and iron. The original Total cereal was made from whole grain wheat.

Varieties

Over the years, several varieties of Total have been introduced. These include Total Raisin Bran, Total Corn Flakes, Total Honey Clusters, and Total Plus Omega-3s Honey Almond Flax. Each variety maintains the brand's commitment to providing 100% of the daily value of at least 11 nutrients.

Nutritional Value

Total cereal is fortified with vitamins and minerals. A single serving of Total provides 100% of the daily value of at least 11 nutrients, including vitamins C, E, B6, and B12, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, pantothenic acid, iron, and zinc.

In Popular Culture

Total has been featured in various forms of media and advertising campaigns. The brand's tagline, "If it's Total, it's all here," is widely recognized.

See Also

• List of breakfast cereals
• General Mills
• Nutrition