Froot Loops facts for kids
Froot Loops in a bowl with milk
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| Nutritional value per 1 cup (29 grams) | |
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| Energy | 462 kJ (110 kcal) |
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25 (8%)
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| Sugars | 144 |
| Dietary fiber | 3;g (11%) |
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1 g (2%)
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| Saturated | 0.5 g (2%) |
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Protein
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1 g (2%)
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| Minerals | Quantity
%DV†
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| Iron |
24%
3.1 mg |
| Other constituents | Quantity |
| Calories from fat | 42 kJ (10 kcal) |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg (0%) |
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Values may be different outside US market.
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| †Percentages estimated using US recommendations for adults. Source: Kellogg's |
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Froot Loops is a popular, colorful breakfast cereal. It tastes like fruit and is made by a company called Kellogg's. You can find Froot Loops sold all over the world.
When this cereal first came out in 1963, it only had red, orange, and yellow loops. Later, in the 1990s, new colors were added. Now, you can also find blue, green, and purple loops in your bowl! The friendly bird who is the face of Froot Loops is a Toucan named Toucan Sam.
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What are Froot Loops?
Froot Loops are small, round pieces of cereal. They are known for their bright colors. Even though they come in many colors, all the loops taste the same. They have a sweet, fruity flavor.
This cereal is a favorite for many kids and teens. It is often eaten with milk for breakfast. Some people also enjoy it as a snack.
The History of Froot Loops
Froot Loops were created by the Kellogg Company. They first appeared in stores in 1963. At that time, only three colors were available. These were red, orange, and yellow.
Over the years, the cereal became very popular. To make it even more fun, Kellogg's added more colors. Blue, green, and purple loops joined the mix in the 1990s. This made the cereal even more colorful and exciting.
Meet Toucan Sam
The official mascot for Froot Loops is Toucan Sam. He is a friendly cartoon toucan. Toucan Sam is famous for his big, colorful beak. His beak looks like the different colors of the Froot Loops cereal.
Toucan Sam can "smell out" the Froot Loops. He often says, "Follow your nose! It always knows!" He has been the face of Froot Loops for many years. You can see him on cereal boxes and in commercials.
How Froot Loops are Made
Froot Loops are made from corn, wheat, and oat flour. These ingredients are mixed together. Then, they are shaped into small loops. Different food colors are added to make the loops bright. Finally, the loops are baked until they are crispy. They are then coated with a sweet, fruity flavor.
Nutritional Information
Like many breakfast cereals, Froot Loops provide some energy. The nutritional value can be seen in the infobox at the top of this page. It shows details like calories, fat, and sugar. This information helps you understand what is in your food.
It is important to eat a balanced diet. Cereals like Froot Loops can be part of a meal. They are often eaten with milk, which adds calcium.
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