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No palm oil, palm kernel oil or palm fat is named in the ingredients list.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat. 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 3, processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
(EN) CRUNCHY RICE, WHOLEWHEAT AND BARLEY FLAKES FORTIFIED WITH VITAMINS AND IRON. INGREDIENTS: Rice (47%), wholewheat (37%), sugar, barley (5%), malted barley flour, salt, barley malt extract, niacin, iron, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin D, vitamin B12. For allergens see ingredients highlighted in bold. May contain gluten from other cereals, milk. Best before: see top. Store in a cool, dry place.
Detailed analysis: Special K and the palm oil-free diet
Based on our analysis of the ingredients list, Special K appears to be compatible with a palm oil-free diet. Our automated system did not detect any ingredients that are typically restricted in this dietary lifestyle.
The ingredients provided are: (EN) CRUNCHY RICE, WHOLEWHEAT AND BARLEY FLAKES FORTIFIED WITH VITAMINS AND IRON. INGREDIENTS: Rice (47%), wholewheat (37%), sugar, barley (5%), malted barley flour, salt, barley malt extract, niacin, iron, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin D, vitamin B12. For allergens see ingredients highlighted in bold. May contain gluten from other cereals, milk. Best before: see top. Store in a cool, dry place.. It's always recommended to double-check the product packaging for the most current information, as formulations can change.
Nutritional profile
Special K contains 392 calories per 100g. It provides 8g of protein, 1.3g of fat, and 84g of carbohydrates (including 15g of sugar).
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data. Always verify product labels and consult with healthcare professionals if you have specific dietary concerns or medical conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Special K Palm Oil Free?
Yes, Special K contains no palm oil according to its ingredients list: no palm oil, palm kernel oil or palm fat is named, and the fats that are listed are identified by plant. Always double-check the label, as formulations can change.
Does Special K contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: (EN) CRUNCHY RICE, WHOLEWHEAT AND BARLEY FLAKES FORTIFIED WITH VITAMINS AND IRON. INGREDIENTS: Rice (47%), wholewheat (37%), sugar, barley (5%), malte...
What are the nutritional facts of Special K?
Special K contains 392 calories per 100g, with 8g of protein, 84g of carbohydrates, and 1.3g of fat.
How much sugar is in Special K?
Special K lists 15 g of sugar per 100 g.
Is Special K ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Special K is in group 3 (processed foods), not in the ultra-processed group.
Does Special K contain palm oil?
No palm oil is listed. Special K names its fats by plant and none of them is palm, so it fits a palm oil free shopping list. Verify the pack, as recipes change.