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Kelkin oat cakes Calories, Macros & Key Nutrients

Kelkin oat cakes contains 446 kcal per 100g, with 9.6g of protein, 58.0g of carbohydrates, and 18.0g of fat. At 446 kcal per 100g, it is an energy-dense food.

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Nutritional Overview

Kelkin oat cakes is a food item that can be part of a varied diet. Per 100g serving, it provides 446 kcal of energy, 9.6g of protein, 58.0g of carbohydrates, and 18.0g of fat.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 18.0g per 100g (3.7g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.8g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet.

This is an energy-dense food at 446 kcal per 100g, largely due to its fat content (18.0g per 100g). Fat provides 9 calories per gram, more than double that of protein or carbohydrates. While it can be part of a balanced diet, portion control is recommended to avoid exceeding daily calorie needs. However Kelkin oat cakes ends up on your plate, its 446 kcal per 100g still counts. Our daily food calorie calculator keeps an accurate running total of it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Kelkin oat cakes?

Kelkin oat cakes contains 446 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 22% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult. This is considered energy-dense.

Is Kelkin oat cakes high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Kelkin oat cakes is classified as high in fat with 18.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 3.7g is saturated fat.

Is Kelkin oat cakes low in sugar?

Yes, Kelkin oat cakes has only 0.8g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Kelkin oat cakes high in salt?

Kelkin oat cakes contains 1.60g of salt per 100g, which the FSA classifies as high (above 1.5g per 100g). The recommended daily maximum for adults is 6g. A 100g serving provides 27% of this.

Why is Kelkin oat cakes so high in calories?

At 446 kcal per 100g, Kelkin oat cakes is energy-dense, primarily due to its high fat content (18.0g per 100g). Fat provides 9 calories per gram, more than double that of protein or carbohydrates.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — product label data (Open Food Facts)

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines
  5. British Dietetic Association (BDA) — UK registered dietitians and evidence-based food fact sheets

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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