Zucaritas
Opens Amazon.com · We may earn a commission
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Zucaritas by Kellogg's scores 6/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
Zucaritas by Kellogg's provides 375 calories, 5.0g protein, 0.0g fat, and 90.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.3g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ✓Contains no detected additives — a clean ingredient list.
- ⚠High sugar content (42.5g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
Zucaritas by Kellogg's sits near the middle of the cereals category with 375 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406). Low protein at just 5.0g per 100g — well below the 10.5g average. Sugar is a concern at 42.5g per 100g (105% above category average).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 375 kcal per 100g (category avg: 406)
- •Protein: 5.0g per 100g (category avg: 10.5g)
- •Sugars: 42.5g per 100g (category avg: 20.7g)
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions. Not ideal for blood sugar management or low-sugar diets.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sugar content of 42.5g per 100g is high — check your portion size to stay within daily limits.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Zucaritas doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, higher-protein alternatives for better satiety, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the cereals category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
Milled corn, sugar, malt flavor, contains 2% or less of iodized salt (salt, potassium iodate), bht for freshness. vitamins and minerals: reduced iron, vitamin b6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), vitamin b1 (thiamin mononitrate), folic acid, vitamin d3, vitamin b12.