Kellogg's - Special K Original Cereal has a high-calorie, very high-carb, low-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.
The food contains 71.14g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high 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 22.63 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. 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.
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 78, for Kellogg's - Special K Original Cereal , and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 24% | |
Calories from Fat | 0% | |
Calories from Carbs | 76% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 2425.1 IU | 48.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 67.9 mg | 113.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin E | 22.6 mg | 75.4% | Top 30% | High |
Thiamin | 1.7 mg | 113.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 1.9 mg | 113.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 22.6 mg | 113.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 6.5 mg | 323.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folic Acid | 1293.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 19.4 mcg | 323.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 0 mg | |||
Iron | 0 mg | |||
Potassium | 194 mg | 5.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 711.4 mg | 29.6% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 2.9 mg | 19.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 71.1 g | 23.7% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12.9% | Top 30% | High |
Sugars | 12.9 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 22.6 g | 45.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 0 g | |||
Saturated Fat | 0 g | |||
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 120 Calories from Fat 5
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Trans Fat 0 g
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 15% Vitamin C 35%
Calcium Iron
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 383
Protein 6.4 g | Carbs 79.7 g | Fat 6.4 g
Per 100g | Calories 329
Protein 23.5 g | Carbs 70.5 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 392
Protein 21.8 g | Carbs 74 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 423
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 88.2 g | Fat 3.5 g
Per 100g | Calories 392
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 86.2 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 392
Protein 7.8 g | Carbs 82.3 g | Fat 3.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 392
Protein 21.8 g | Carbs 74 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 229
Protein 5.7 g | Carbs 44.5 g | Fat 2.9 g