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Calorie & Nutrition Information for Sweet chilli crusps

Sweet chilli crusps contains 520 kcal per 100g, with 8.3g of protein, 51.0g of carbohydrates, and 30.0g of fat. It is energy-dense.

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Nutritional Overview

Sweet chilli crusps is a food item that can be part of a varied diet. Per 100g serving, it provides 520 kcal of energy, 8.3g of protein, 51.0g of carbohydrates, and 30.0g of fat.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 30.0g per 100g (2.7g 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 2.3g 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 520 kcal per 100g, largely due to its fat content (30.0g 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. Curious what Sweet chilli crusps actually costs your daily total? At 520 kcal per 100g, our food input calorie calculator works it out instantly.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Sweet chilli crusps?

Sweet chilli crusps contains 520 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 26% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult. This is considered energy-dense.

Is Sweet chilli crusps high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Sweet chilli crusps is classified as high in fat with 30.0g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 2.7g is saturated fat.

Is Sweet chilli crusps low in sugar?

Yes, Sweet chilli crusps has only 2.3g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Why is Sweet chilli crusps so high in calories?

At 520 kcal per 100g, Sweet chilli crusps is energy-dense, primarily due to its high fat content (30.0g 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 — 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. 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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