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Too high in carbs (87.2g/100g).
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, high in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
corn flour blend (whole grain yellow corn flour, degerminated yellow corn flour), sugar, wheat flour, whole grain oat flour, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of vegetable oil (hydrogenated coconut, soybean and/or cottonseed, canola), oat fiber, salt, soluble corn fiber, degerminated yellow corn flour, apple juice concentrate, modified corn starch, dried apples, cornstarch, cinnamon, natural flavor, yellow 6, baking soda, turmeric extract color, red 40, blue 1, bht for freshness, vitamins and minerals: vitamin c (sodium ascorbate and ascorbic acid), niacinamide, reduced iron, zinc oxide, vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin a palmitate, vitamin b1 (thiamin hydrochloride), folic acid, vitamin b12, vitamin d3,
Detailed analysis: why is Apple Jacks breakfast cereal not keto?
Our analysis indicates that Apple Jacks breakfast cereal is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- Too high in carbs (87.2g/100g)
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: corn flour blend (whole grain yellow corn flour, degerminated yellow corn flour), sugar, wheat flour, whole grain oat flour, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of vegetable oil (hydrogenated coconut, soybean and/or cottonseed, canola), oat fiber, salt, soluble corn fiber, degerminated yellow corn flour, apple juice concentrate, modified corn starch, dried apples, cornstarch, cinnamon, natural flavor, yellow 6, baking soda, turmeric extract color, red 40, blue 1, bht for freshness, vitamins and minerals: vitamin c (sodium ascorbate and ascorbic acid), niacinamide, reduced iron, zinc oxide, vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b2 (riboflavin), vitamin a palmitate, vitamin b1 (thiamin hydrochloride), folic acid, vitamin b12, vitamin d3,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Apple Jacks breakfast cereal contains 384.6 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 3.8g of fat, and 87.2g of carbohydrates (33.3g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.
What should you do?
If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Apple Jacks breakfast cereal Keto?
No, Apple Jacks breakfast cereal is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (87.2g/100g).
Does Apple Jacks breakfast cereal contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: corn flour blend (whole grain yellow corn flour, degerminated yellow corn flour), sugar, wheat flour, whole grain oat flour, modified food starch, con...
What are the nutritional facts of Apple Jacks breakfast cereal?
Apple Jacks breakfast cereal contains 384.6 calories per 100g, with 5.1g of protein, 87.2g of carbohydrates, and 3.8g of fat.
How much sugar is in Apple Jacks breakfast cereal?
Apple Jacks breakfast cereal lists 33.3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Is Apple Jacks breakfast cereal ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Apple Jacks breakfast cereal is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Apple Jacks breakfast cereal on a Keto diet?
No, Apple Jacks breakfast cereal is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.