Kellogg's - Cocoa Krispies 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, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 87.42g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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. Its high sugar content puts it in the top 10 percentile. This is often undesirable for people watching their sugar intake. With 4.6 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 average 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 13.8 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 68, for Kellogg's - Cocoa Krispies Cereal, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 5% | |
Calories from Fat | 7% | |
Calories from Carbs | 88% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 3834.1 IU | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 46 mg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 153.4 IU | 38.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin E | 15.3 mg | 51.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Thiamin | 1.2 mg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.3 mg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 15.3 mg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 1.5 mg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 4.6 mcg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 122.7 mg | 12.3% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 13.8 mg | 76.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 0 mg | |||
Phosphorus | 92 mg | 9.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 0 mg | |||
Sodium | 490.8 mg | 20.4% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 4.6 mg | 30.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 87.4 g | 29.1% | Top 10% | Very High |
Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 6.1% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 38.3 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 4.6 g | 9.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4.7% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 11.5% | Top 30% | High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 250 Calories from Fat 15
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2 g 3.1%
Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 320 mg 13.3%
Total Carbohydrates 57 g 19%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 25 g
Protein 3 g 6%
Vitamin A 50% Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 8% Iron 50%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 357
Protein 5.5 g | Carbs 79.6 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 390
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 85.4 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 340
Protein 3.8 g | Carbs 90.7 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 380
Protein 10.9 g | Carbs 78.7 g | Fat 6.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 388
Protein 3 g | Carbs 86.6 g | Fat 3 g
Per 100g | Calories 439
Protein 5.9 g | Carbs 77.2 g | Fat 11.8 g
Per 100g | Calories 385
Protein 3.2 g | Carbs 86.6 g | Fat 3.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 395
Protein 3.3 g | Carbs 85.6 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 127
Protein 1.1 g | Carbs 29.6 g | Fat 1.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 371
Protein 3.1 g | Carbs 83.4 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 372
Protein 3.4 g | Carbs 84.7 g | Fat 3.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 369
Protein 7.4 g | Carbs 88.5 g | Fat 1.8 g