Special Flakes

Special Flakes

Marks & Spencer · all Marks & Spencer products checked

Target diet: Vegan

Special Flakes · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk.

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

73%) Cracked Wheatcontains Gluten)

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk
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This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
373 kcal
Fat
0.7 g
Saturated fat
0.2 g
low
Carbohydrates
81.4 g
Sugars
8 g
Fibre
3.3 g
Protein
8.6 g
Salt
0.5 g

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 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Not Suitable nut allergy for • Rice (73%) Cracked Wheat (contains Gluten) (24%) Sugar Barley Malt Extract (contains . • • . • . Gluten) Salt Niacin Iron Pantothenic Acid Vitamin B12 Vitamin D Thiamin - Riboflavin Folic Acid Vitamin B6. • Nut Peanut and Milk allergy

Detailed analysis: why is Special Flakes not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Special Flakes is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Not Suitable nut allergy for • Rice (73%) Cracked Wheat (contains Gluten) (24%) Sugar Barley Malt Extract (contains . • • . • . Gluten) Salt Niacin Iron Pantothenic Acid Vitamin B12 Vitamin D Thiamin - Riboflavin Folic Acid Vitamin B6. • Nut Peanut and Milk allergy. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Special Flakes contains 373 calories per 100g, with 8.6g of protein, 0.7g of fat, and 81.4g of carbohydrates (8g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-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 Special Flakes Vegan?

No, Special Flakes is generally not Vegan because it contains milk.

Does Special Flakes contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Not Suitable nut allergy for • Rice (73%) Cracked Wheat (contains Gluten) (24%) Sugar Barley Malt Extract (contains . • • . • . Gluten) Salt Niacin Ir...

What are the nutritional facts of Special Flakes?

Special Flakes contains 373 calories per 100g, with 8.6g of protein, 81.4g of carbohydrates, and 0.7g of fat.

How much sugar is in Special Flakes?

Special Flakes lists 8 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Special Flakes ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Special Flakes is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Special Flakes on a Vegan diet?

No, Special Flakes is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.