Time For A Gut Check As Special K Debuts New Cereal Made With Probiotics

At a time when 83 percent of adults report some kind of gastrointestinal problem 1, new Special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with Probiotics is the only cereal from a leading brand to contain live and active probiotic cultures, making it easy for women to be proactive about their health and start their day with a choice they can feel good about.

Probiotics are live bacteria that add to the beneficial bacteria normally present in the gastrointestinal tract, and more than a third of women (34 percent) agree they are essential for a healthy digestive system 1. Unlike other probiotics products, Special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with Probiotics provides this "good" bacteria without the need for refrigeration, making it a convenient choice for busy women.

"Our goal is to empower women to feel confident in their food choices," said Christie Crouch, director of marketing for Special K. "We know digestive wellness is top of mind for many women, and it can be tough to sort through all the options out there. With new Special K Nourish Peaches & Berries with Probiotics, we're delivering thegood bacteria, along with iron and vitamins, to women who are looking to fuel their day."

Special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with Probiotics features a peach-flavored flake and is rich in visibly wholesome, delicious ingredients, including a blend of blueberries, raspberries, peaches and yogurty pieces. With 12g of whole grains, it is also a good source of fiber, helping women to #OwnIt and eat with confidence.

For more information about Special K Nourish Berries & Peaches with Probiotics, visithttp://www.specialk.com.

About Kellogg Company
At Kellogg Company (NYSE: K), we strive to make foods people love. This includes our beloved brands Kellogg's , Keebler , Special K , Pringles , Kellogg's Frosted Flakes , Pop-Tarts , Kellogg's Corn Flakes , Rice Krispies , Cheez-It , Eggo , Mini-Wheats and more that nourish families so they can flourish and thrive. With 2016 sales of $13 billion and more than 1,600 foods, Kellogg is the world's leading cereal company, second largest producer of crackers and savory snacks and a leading North American frozen foods company. And we're a company with a heart and soul, committing to help create 3 billion Better Days by 2025 through our Breakfasts for Better Days global purpose platform. To learn more, visit www.KelloggCompany.com or www.OpenforBreakfast.com and follow us on Twitter @KelloggCompany, YouTube and on our Social K corporate blog.

1 Mintel Digestive Health US Study, July 2017.

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