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Kellogg's Special K Original Cereal - Nutrition Facts and detailed Analysis
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Special K Original Cereal

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.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein24%
 Calories from Fat0%
 Calories from Carbs76%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Vitamin E
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietHIGH
Low Fat DietHIGH
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A2425.1 IU48.5%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin C67.9 mg113.2%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin E22.6 mg75.4%Top 30%High
Thiamin1.7 mg113.2%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin1.9 mg113.2%Top 10%Very High
Niacin22.6 mg113.2%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B66.5 mg323.3%Top 10%Very High
Folic Acid1293.4 mcg
Vitamin B1219.4 mcg323.3%Top 10%Very High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium194 mg5.5%Top 10%Very High
Sodium711.4 mg29.6%Top 30%High
Zinc2.9 mg19.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate71.1 g23.7%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber3.2 g12.9%Top 30%High
Sugars12.9 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.6 g45.3%Top 10%Very High

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

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

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