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Kellogg's Special K Cereal 12oz
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 23 MG | 26% | |
| Thiamin | 1 MG | 83% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.7 MG | 52% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.9 MG | 51% | |
| Folate, total | 1,118 UG | 280% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.2 UG | 50% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 19 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 28 MG | 156% | |
| Potassium, K | 44 MG | 1% | |
| Sodium, Na | 701 MG | 30% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 18.4g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.9g per 100g).
- Rich source of Iron, Fe (156% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (30% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (26% DV).
- Rich source of Thiamin (83% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Kellogg's Special K Cereal 12oz
Made from rice and wheat gluten with sugar and defatted wheat germ, this Special K cereal uses BHT to preserve freshness and adds a full vitamin and mineral package including vitamin C, vitamin E acetate, and beta carotene. A 39 gram serving gives 380 calories, 18.40 grams of protein, 1.90 grams of fat, 73.60 grams of carbs, and only 1.40 grams of fiber, protein heavy but light on fiber.
Ingredients
Rice, wheat gluten, sugar, defatted wheat germ, contains 2% or less of salt, malt flavor, BHT for freshness.Vitamins and Minerals: Reduced iron, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), niacinamide, vitamin E acetate, beta-carotene, folic acid, vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin B1 (thiamin hydrochloride), vitamin B2 (riboflavin), vitamin D3, vitamin B12.
Dietary Information
Kellogg's Special K Cereal 12oz is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Kellogg's Special K Cereal 12oz include Folate, total (280% DV) , Iron, Fe (156% DV) , Thiamin (83% DV) , Riboflavin (52% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (51% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 380 calories per 100 grams, Kellogg's Special K Cereal 12oz gets 19% of its calories from protein, 77% from carbohydrates, and 5% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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