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Kellogg's

Rice Krispies

Rice Krispies nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'milk'

Health ScoreModerate
50/100
Calories
417
Sugar
29g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ LAXATIVE: Severe diarrhea/gas.
Ref: PetMD
⚠️ SODIUM ION POISONING: Vomiting, seizures (in high doses).
Ref: Merck Vet
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Sodium Phosphate

Used in processed meats and cheese to maintain moisture. High intake is dangerous for people with kidney issues and can weaken bones by leaching calcium.

Invert Sugar

A syrup mixture of glucose and fructose. Retains moisture better than regular sugar but has the same negative metabolic effects.

Full Ingredients List:

(EN) TOASTED RICE CEREAL AND MILK BAR. INGREDIENTS: Kellogg's toasted rice cereal (28%) (rice, sugar, salt, barley malt extract, niacin, iron, vitamin B6, riboflavin, thiamin, folic acid, vitamin D, vitamin B12), sweetened condensed skimmed milk (13%) (skimmed milk, sugar), vegetable oils (palm, coconut) in varying proportions, glucose syrup, starch, invert sugar syrup, sugar, skimmed milk powder (4%), fructose, whey powder (milk) humectants (glycerol, sorbitol), oligofructose, calcium carbonate, emulsifiers (soy lecithins), vanilla extract, acidity regulators (sodium phosphates), antioxidants (ascorbyl palmitate, alpha tocopherol), vitamin D.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

Avoid

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in moderate quantity (11g)

Contains a moderate amount of fat. Consume as part of a balanced diet.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in high quantity (8.5g)

High consumption of saturated fats increases the risk of heart diseases. Choose products with lower content.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (29g)

A high consumption of sugar causes weight gain, tooth decay, and risks of type 2 diabetes. Limit sugary drinks and snacks.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in moderate quantity (0.54g)

Salt in moderate quantity.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sugar Content

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Dr. Mark Chen, PhD

Food Scientist

"Mark analyzes food processing levels and additive safety."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Rice Krispies truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 50/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Sodium Phosphate. Used in processed meats and cheese to maintain moisture. High intake is dangerous for people with kidney issues and can weaken bones by leaching calcium. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 29g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 7 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Rice Krispies achieves a CakeID Score of 50/100.

Consume in Moderation: It's not a health hazard, but it shouldn't be a staple in your daily diet due to its processing level or nutritional density.

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rice Krispies healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 50/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Rice Krispies Vegan?
No. Contains 'milk'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
417
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 73g27%
Dietary Fiber 3g11%
Total Sugars 29g
Protein 5g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 1000mg77%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 417 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

42
Run
52
Cycle
104
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~7 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.