Why is Nuts, Granola & Seeds classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes multiple industrial ingredients such as added sugars, refined flours, vegetable oil, emulsifiers and flavorings. Its additive list features raising agents (E500 ii, E503 ii), an antioxidant (E306), a natural flavoring (E392), and other unspecified food‑style additives (E14xx).

How does the sugar and salt content in Nuts, Granola & Seeds affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 12 g of sugar per 100 g, the cereal can raise blood glucose levels and should be portion‑controlled by people with diabetes. The 0.63 g of salt is lower than the average for breakfast cereals, yet it still contributes to daily sodium intake and should be considered by those managing high blood pressure.

Is this product suitable for vegan, gluten‑free, or dairy‑free diets?

No. The cereal contains skimmed milk powder, making it unsuitable for vegan and dairy‑free diets, and it includes wheat‑based ingredients, so it is not gluten‑free. It also lists soy and tree nuts as allergens, which may be problematic for individuals with those specific sensitivities.

Kellogg's, Special K • 330 g

Nuts, Granola & Seeds

Cereals And Potatoes

Product Insights

Nuts, Granola & Seeds is a breakfast cereal belonging to the Cereals and potatoes group, earning a Nutri‑Score of A with a score of 0. It provides 13 g of protein and 8.3 g of fiber per 100 g while keeping saturated fat low at 0.6 g, but it is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and contains added sugars (12 g) and 0.63 g of salt, along with several additives and allergens such as gluten, milk, soy and tree nuts. The product carries an Eco‑Score of B and is packaged in a cardboard box and a recyclable HDPE bag.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

low

Sugars

moderate

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal392 kcal

Fat7 g

Saturated Fat0.6 g

Carbohydrates65 g

Sugars12 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with average breakfast cereals, this granola has less sugar, fat and salt, while delivering more protein and fiber, although its calorie content is slightly higher.

Ingredients

Cereali (frumento integrale (34%), riso (20%), crusca di frumento (5.5%), orze (2%), agglomerati con semi di lino e girasole (17%) (cereali (avena integrale (796), segale (1.5%), zucchero, conglomerato proteico (proteine isolate di saia, amido di tapioca, carbonato di calcio, sale), riso croccante (farina di riso, farina di mais, zucchero), farina di frumento (1.5), estratto di malto d'orzo, semi di lino, semi di girasole, amido modificato, olio di girasole, agenti lievitanti (carbonato acido di sodio, carbonato acido di ammonio), aromi naturali, emulsionante (lecitina di soia), estratto di rosmarino, latte scremato in polvere, antiossidante (estratto ricco in tocoferolo}), zucchero, farina di frumento integrale (4.5%), estratto di malto d'orzo, semi di zucca (3.5%), fructa a guscio (3.5%) (mandorle, nocciole), sciroppo di glucosio, farina di malto d'orzo (1.5%), sale, niacina, ferro, riboflavina, tammina, vitamina B6, acido folico, vitamina D, vitamina B12.

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