Kellogg's - Special K Vanilla Almond Cereal has a high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 85.67g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and high 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 6.85 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Not only that, the average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is low in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 27.76 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, 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 81, for Kellogg's - Special K Vanilla Almond Cereal , and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 7% | |
Calories from Fat | 8% | |
Calories from Carbs | 85% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2570 IU | 51.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 72 mg | 119.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 137.1 IU | 34.3% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 1.8 mg | 119.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 2 mg | 119.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 24 mg | 119.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 2.4 mg | 119.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 479.7 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 7.2 mcg | 119.9% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 0 mg | |||
Iron | 27.8 mg | 154.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 257 mg | 7.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 548.3 mg | 22.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 85.7 g | 28.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 41.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 30.8 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 6.9 g | 13.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3.4 g | 5.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110 Calories from Fat 10
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1 g 1.5%
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 160 mg 6.7%
Total Carbohydrates 25 g 8.3%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 9 g
Protein 2 g 4%
Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 35%
Calcium Iron 45%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 392
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 82.3 g | Fat 3.9 g
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Protein 20.8 g | Carbs 52.1 g | Fat 12.5 g
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Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 81.9 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 366
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 83.3 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 229
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 44.5 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 392
Protein 21.8 g | Carbs 74 g | Fat 0 g
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Per 100g | Calories 415
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 86.5 g | Fat 3.5 g