Cereals and Grains

Special K cereal

Special K cereal
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Ingredient Information

Name

Special K cereal

Category

Cereals and Grains

Popularity

31 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Special K is a cereal made primarily from wheat, specially designed for those seeking healthy and balanced breakfast options. It was created by the Kellogg's company and has become popular in many countries for its crunchy texture and mild flavor, ideal for combining with milk, yogurt, or fruit.

The origin of Special K dates back to the United States, where it was launched in the 1950s as a product focused on light and balanced nutrition. It is now distributed globally and is known for being part of weight management diets and active lifestyles.

Among its main properties, Special K stands out for being a good source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and B vitamins. It is also often fortified with minerals such as iron and zinc. This cereal provides sustained energy and helps maintain a feeling of fullness, making it a frequent ingredient in healthy recipes or as a substitute for other, more sugary cereals.

In different regions of Latin America, although the brand name is not always translated literally, some people may refer to it as crunchy wheat cereal or simply as Special K due to its international recognition, as there are no exact synonyms that represent this specific brand.

Nutritional Properties

3.9g
fiber
800mg
calcium
40mcg
folate
1.0g
fats
7.5mg
iron
131mg
potassium
14g
sugars
357
calories
0mcg
lycopene
7.5g
proteins
0mg
vitamin c
84g
carbohydrates

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