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Sweet Basil Olives Calories, Macros & Key Nutrients

Sweet Basil Olives contains 303 kcal per 100g, with 0.7g of protein, 0.2g of carbohydrates, and 33.0g of fat.

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Nutritional Overview

Sweet Basil Olives is a food item that can be part of a varied diet. Per 100g serving, it provides 303 kcal of energy, 0.7g of protein, 0.2g of carbohydrates, and 33.0g of fat.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 33.0g per 100g (4.3g 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 0.0g 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. Rather than guess, the real number for Sweet Basil Olives is 303 kcal per 100g. Our food calorie counter uk keeps that logged accurately alongside everything else.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Sweet Basil Olives?

Sweet Basil Olives contains 303 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 15% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Sweet Basil Olives a good source of protein?

Sweet Basil Olives contains 0.7g of protein per 100g, which is relatively low. To increase your protein intake, consider pairing it with Supervalu Cooked Irish Ham, Harðfiskur (dried fish jerky), Soy Protein Isolate, or other protein-rich foods.

Is Sweet Basil Olives high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Sweet Basil Olives is classified as high in fat with 33.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 4.3g is saturated fat.

Is Sweet Basil Olives low in sugar?

Yes, Sweet Basil Olives has only 0.0g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Sweet Basil Olives high in salt?

Sweet Basil Olives contains 2.10g 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 35% of this.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — manufacturer's official product page

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

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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