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Special K - Cereal - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Special K - Cereal

Special K - Cereal has a average-calorie, high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content.

The food contains 55g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 17.5 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the low fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

Ideally consumed as a Breakfast.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 54, for Special K - Cereal, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat4%
 Calories from Carbs73%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • No Saturated Fat

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Sodium550 mg22.9%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate55 g18.3%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber2.5 g10%Top 30%High
Sugars10 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein17.5 g35%Top 30%High

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat1.3 g1.9%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120 Calories from Fat 5

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 0.5 g 0.77%

Saturated Fat 0 g

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 220 mg 9.2%

Total Carbohydrates 22 g 7.3%

Dietary Fiber 1 g4%

Sugars 4 g

Protein 7 g 14%

Vitamin A Vitamin C

Calcium Iron

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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