Is Kellogg's Special K Cereal Original Low FODMAP?

This product may or may not be low FODMAP as it lists 2 ingredients that could be moderate or high FODMAP depending on source or serving size.

Description

Kellogg's Special K Original Breakfast Cereal, weighing 300g, is a wholesome and flavorful option for breakfast or as a between-meal treat. Made from toasted rice flakes, this cereal is crunchy and made with no artificial colors, flavors, dairy, or nut-milk. It contains iron, folic acid, and B vitamins, making it a healthy choice. People appreciate that Special K is convenient, tasty, and made from nourishing ingredients. With its satisfying taste and nutritious profile, Kellogg's Special K Original Breakfast Cereal is a popular option for a delicious and wholesome start to the day.

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Why it's a maybe for low FODMAP

barley malt extract
wheat

barley malt extract

Dietitian note

Malted barley flour is untested. But barley is high in FODMAPs due to excess fructan and GOS. While we recommended that you avoid barley, you may want to consider testing your tolerance with a small portion of malted barley flour when symptoms are well managed.

Note by Vanessa Vargas, RDN, LDN

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Ingredients

Rice (42%), whole grain cereals (23%)(wheat, oat flour oats), wheat protein, sugar, minerals (calcium carbonate, iron, zinc oxide), oat fibre (oats), salt, barley malt extract, vitamins (niacin, vitamin D, vitamin B6, riboflavin, folate).

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What is a Low FODMAP diet?

A Low FODMAP diet limits foods high in certain short-chain carbohydrates (FODMAPs) that can be poorly absorbed in the gut. These include specific sugars found in foods like onions, garlic, beans, apples, and wheat. It's commonly followed by people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) or other digestive sensitivities to reduce bloating, gas, and discomfort. The diet typically involves an elimination phase, followed by gradual reintroduction to identify personal triggers. When followed carefully, often with a dietitian's guidance, a Low FODMAP diet can help manage symptoms while maintaining a balanced and varied intake of nutrients.