Special Flakes Red Berries

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Common questions

Is Special Flakes Red Berries healthy?

Special Flakes Red Berries scores 63/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cereal contains a significant amount of wholegrain wheat, which is beneficial due to its fiber and nutrient content.

How processed is Special Flakes Red Berries?

Special Flakes Red Berries is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Special Flakes Red Berries' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Wholegrain Wheat, Freeze Dried Fruit count in its favor; Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Special Flakes Red Berries

Crownfield
63 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by LIDL STIFTUNG & CO. KG
Category Oats and Cereal
Summary

This cereal contains a significant amount of wholegrain wheat, which is beneficial due to its fiber and nutrient content. However, the presence of refined sugar as a key ingredient is a concern, as it contributes to increased risk of metabolic diseases. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the inclusion of freeze-dried fruits.

Key ingredients 6

Wholegrain Wheat
Good

A nutrient-dense whole grain providing dietary fiber, B vitamins, and minerals that support digestive health and sustained energy.

Freeze Dried Fruit
Good

Includes strawberries and cherries that retain most of their original vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants after gentle drying.

Ground Rice
Neutral

Milled rice used for texture and structure. It is easily digestible, though lower in fiber than whole grains.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used to enhance flavor and balance the sweetness of the cereal.

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Barley Malt Extract
Neutral

Derived from malted barley and used primarily for flavoring and color enhancement in cereal processing.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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