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Special K
Special K by Kellogg's provides 357 kcal per 100 g, with 28.6 g of sugars and 7.1 g of protein. That is 59% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Cereal flakes with fruits category. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 Cup (42g) Cereal (42 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 150 kcal | 378 −6% | |
| Total fat | 1.2 g | 0.5 g | 1% | 3.8 −68% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.6 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 88.1 g | 37 g | 13% | 73.2 +20% |
| Total sugars | 28.6 g | 12 g | 18 +59% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 28.6 g | 12 g | 24% | 7.6 +277% |
| Dietary fiber | 7.1 g | 3 g | 11% | 7 |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 3 g | 6% | 9 −21% |
| Salt | 1.4 g | 0.6 g | 0.7 +91% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 205 Cereal flakes with fruits products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from August 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other cereal flakes with fruits
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
whole grain wheat, rice, sugar, wheat bran, freeze dried raspberries, contains 2% or less of salt, brown sugar syrup, malt flavor, natural flavors. vitamins and minerals: reduced iron, vitamin c (ascorbic acid), vitamin e acetate, beta-carotene, niacinamide, vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin b1 (thiamin hydrochloride), folic acid, vitamin d3, vitamin b12. contains wheat ingredients.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 Cup (42g) Cereal (42 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0038000215827
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Special K?
Special K contains 357 kcal per 100 g and about 150 kcal per serving (1 Cup (42g) Cereal (42 g)).
How much sugar is in Special K?
Special K has 28.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Special K healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Special K contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 14, 2024. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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