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Special K
Flavor:
Fruit & Yogurt
Ingredients:
Whole grain wheat, rice, sugar, whole grain oats, wheat bran, contains 2% or less of salt, corn syrup, brown sugar syrup, palm kernel oil, dried Apples, malt flavor, rice flour, natural flavor, mixed tocopherols for freshness, molasses, Vegetable Juice for color, citric acid, nonfat milk, nonfat yogurt powder (cultured nonfat milk [heat-treated after culturing]), honey, soy lecithin, malt extract, lactic acid, cinnamon, BHT for freshness. Vitamins and Minerals: Iron, vitamin C (ascorbic acid), vitamin E acetate, niacinamide, vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), vitamin B1 (thiamin hydrochloride), vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), beta-carotene, folic acid, vitamin D3, vitamin B12.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Special K Fruit & Yogurt cereal is not recommended for those seeking cleaner food options. This cereal lacks organic certification and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which results in a significant deduction from its overall health score. Additionally, the presence of multiple types of added sugars, including molasses, brown sugar, and sugar, further diminishes its rating. The inclusion of corn syrup, a more concerning added sugar due to its high fructose content and potential health impacts, leads to an even lower score.
The product also features a range of additives that raise red flags. Natural flavors and soy lecithin, while common in processed foods, contribute to the deductions due to their ambiguous nature and potential health concerns. The ingredient list reveals the use of BHT, a synthetic antioxidant that extends product shelf life but has been linked to health risks and is therefore considered a harmful additive.
Furthermore, the cereal contains palm kernel oil, a type of saturated fat that is not only detrimental to health but also to the environment, due to the deforestation and habitat destruction associated with palm oil production.
The vitamins and minerals added to the cereal, such as Iron, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6, do not compensate for the negative impact of the aforementioned ingredients. While these nutrients are essential for health, they are overshadowed by the presence of harmful substances and the lack of a cleaner, more natural ingredient profile.
Consumers looking for healthier breakfast options would be well-advised to steer clear of this product, as it falls short of the standards for cleaner, more wholesome food choices. The Special K Fruit & Yogurt cereal, with its low green leaf rating, is a product that prioritizes extended shelf life and flavor enhancement over nutritional value and ingredient purity.
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