Calorie comparison
Barley vs Corn Flakes
Per 100 grams, barley is the lighter choice by 234 calories, while corn flakes delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Barley | Corn Flakes |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 | 357 |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 7 g |
| Carbs | 28 g | 84 g |
| Fat | 0.4 g | 0.4 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🌾 Barley
1 cup cooked (157 g)
193 cal
3.6 g protein · 44 g carbs · 0.6 g fat
🥣 Corn Flakes
1 cup (28 g)
100 cal
2 g protein · 23.5 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, barley or corn flakes?
Per 100 g, barley has 123 calories and corn flakes has 357. Barley is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, barley or corn flakes?
Barley has 2.3 g of protein per 100 g; corn flakes has 7 g. Corn Flakes wins on protein.
Is barley or corn flakes better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward barley — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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