Comparison

Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon vs Corn Flakes

Overall, Corn Flakes has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 3.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientSpecial K Protein Original M...Corn Flakes
Nutri-Score d c
NOVA group 4 3
Calories 356 kcal 360 kcal
Fat 1.7 g 2.8 g
Saturated fat 0 g 0.4 g
Sugars 15.3 g 9.6 g
Salt 1.3 g 1 g
Fiber 0 g 0 g
Protein 16.9 g 8 g
Additives12
AllergensGlutenGluten, Soybeans

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon has 40% less fat (1.7 g vs 2.8 g).
  • Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon has no saturated fat, while Corn Flakes has 0.4 g.
  • Corn Flakes has 37% less sugar (9.6 g vs 15.3 g).
  • Corn Flakes has 23% less salt (1 g vs 1.3 g).
  • Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon has 53% more protein (16.9 g vs 8 g).
  • Corn Flakes has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Corn Flakes is less processed (lower NOVA group).
  • Only Corn Flakes lists: Soybeans.

Ingredients

Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon

Harina de trigo, arroz, azúcar, proteína de soya aislada, salvado de trigo, canela, saborizante de malta, sal, saborizante natural, BHT para frescura.

Corn Flakes

Cereales (89,6%) (Harina integral de maíz (47,4%), Sémola de maíz (42,2%)), Azúcar, Fuente de calcio (Carbonato de calcio), Sal, Regulador de acidez (Citrato tripotásico), Acentuador del sabor (Cloruro de potasio), Vitaminas y minerales (Niacina, Hierro, Pantotenato de calcio, Óxido de zinc, Vitamina B1, Vitamina B6, Ácido fólico, Vitamina B2), Antioxidantes (Concentrado de tocoferoles mixtos).

FAQ

Which is healthier: Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon or Corn Flakes?

Overall, Corn Flakes has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.

Which has fewer calories?

Special K Protein Original Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon has fewer calories: 356 kcal versus 360 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Corn Flakes has less sugar: 9.6 g versus 15.3 g per 100 g.

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