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Uncle Sam cereal
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 346 kcal —
- Protein 16 g 32%
- Carbohydrate 45 g 17%
- Fat 12 g 15%
- Saturated fat 0.9 g 5%
- Fibre 20 g 73%
- Sugars 1.6 g —
- Sodium 206 mg 9%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 2.4 mg 3%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.9 mg 6%
- Vitamin K 1.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.68 mg 57%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.13 mg 10%
- Niacin (B3) 4.8 mg 30%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.62 mg 12%
- Vitamin B6 0.96 mg 56%
- Folate (B9) 53 µg 13%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 49.5 mg 9%
Minerals
- Calcium 95 mg 7%
- Iron 4 mg 22%
- Magnesium 206 mg 49%
- Phosphorus 374 mg 30%
- Potassium 446 mg 9%
- Zinc 3.9 mg 35%
- Copper 0.75 mg 84%
- Manganese 3.6 mg 157%
- Selenium 88.3 µg 161%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 346 | 16 g | 46 g | 12 g |
| 1 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 55 g | 190 | 8.8 g | 25 g | 6.4 g |
| 2 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 110 g | 381 | 18 g | 50 g | 13 g |
| ½ × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 27.5 g | 95 | 4.4 g | 13 g | 3.2 g |
| 3 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 165 g | 571 | 26 g | 75 g | 19 g |
| 4 × cup (1 NLEA serving) | 220 g | 761 | 35 g | 100 g | 26 g |
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Questions about Uncle Sam cereal
What is Uncle Sam cereal made from?
It is a crunchy cereal of toasted whole-wheat flakes and flaxseed. The flaxseed gives the flakes a distinctive nutty flavour.
How do you eat Uncle Sam cereal?
Pour milk over it or spoon it over yoghurt, then add fruit such as sliced banana or berries. Add it just before eating if you want the flakes to stay crunchy.
Can you use Uncle Sam cereal in a recipe?
Yes. Sprinkle it over yoghurt or stewed fruit, or use it in place of some of the oats in a crunchy topping; crush the flakes lightly and mix with melted butter before baking.
How should you store Uncle Sam cereal after opening?
Keep it in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Seal it promptly after serving to help the flakes and flaxseed stay crisp and prevent the seeds’ oils from developing stale flavours.
Does Uncle Sam cereal contain gluten?
Yes. It contains wheat, so it is not suitable for people who need to avoid gluten; wheat is also an allergen.
How much Uncle Sam cereal is a typical serving?
A portion of about 55 g is a practical starting point. It provides 11 g of fibre and 8.8 g of protein.
Is Uncle Sam cereal higher in fibre than shredded wheat?
Yes: Uncle Sam cereal has 20 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 13 g in shredded wheat cereal.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 174639 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
