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Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips Calories & Nutrition Facts

Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips contains 393 kcal per 100g, with 0.0g of protein, 39.3g of carbohydrates, and 28.6g of fat.

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Nutritional Overview

Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips is a snack or confectionery item typically eaten between meals. Per 100g serving, it provides 393 kcal of energy, 0.0g of protein, 39.3g of carbohydrates, and 28.6g of fat.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 28.6g per 100g (10.7g 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.

Each 100g serving contains 0.00g of salt, meeting the UK/EU "low salt" nutrition-claim threshold. The NHS recommends adults consume no more than 6g of salt per day, so choosing lower-salt foods like this one makes it easier to stay within that limit and supports healthy blood pressure. Here is the real figure for Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips: 393 kcal per 100g. Our nutritional calculator UK keeps an honest running total of it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips?

Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips contains 393 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 20% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips a good source of protein?

Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips contains 0.0g of protein per 100g, which is relatively low. To increase your protein intake, consider pairing it with Applied Nutrition Blackcurrant Beef-XP, Shrimp skewers, Soy Protein Isolate, or other protein-rich foods.

Is Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips is classified as high in fat with 28.6g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 10.7g is saturated fat.

Is Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips low in salt?

Yes, Tropical Sun Sweet Plantain Chips contains only 0.00g of salt per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low salt" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those managing their sodium intake as part of a heart-healthy diet.

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. World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition — global dietary guidelines and public health nutrition
  5. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines
  6. 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.