Lay's Potato Chips

Lay's Potato Chips

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Target diet: Keto

Lay's Potato Chips · Keto

No, skip it.

Too high in carbs (53g/100g).

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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On the label

potatoedible vegetable oilsunflower oilcorn oiland/or canola oilspices and condimentsonion powderchilli powder

What we checked

Carbs (per 100g)53 g
Sugars (per 100g)3 g
Fat (per 100g)33 g

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
539 kcal
Fat
33 g
Carbohydrates
53 g
Sugars
3 g
low
Protein
7 g

Per 100 g this product is low in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Ingredients (original text)

potato, edible vegetable oil (sunflower oil, corn oil, and/or canola oil), spices and condiments (onion powder, chilli powder, dry mango powder, coriander powder, ginger powder, garlic powder, black pepper powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, black salt, sugar, tomato powder, citric acid, tartaric acid, natural flavors (e160b)

Detailed analysis: why is Lay's Potato Chips not keto?

Our analysis indicates that Lay's Potato Chips is likely not suitable for a keto diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • Too high in carbs (53g/100g)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: potato, edible vegetable oil (sunflower oil, corn oil, and/or canola oil), spices and condiments (onion powder, chilli powder, dry mango powder, coriander powder, ginger powder, garlic powder, black pepper powder, turmeric powder, cumin powder, salt, black salt, sugar, tomato powder, citric acid, tartaric acid, natural flavors (e160b). We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Lay's Potato Chips contains 539 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 33g of fat, and 53g of carbohydrates (3g of which is sugar). The high carbohydrate content further confirms that this product is not suitable for a ketogenic diet.

What should you do?

If you are following a keto diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer keto-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lay's Potato Chips Keto?

No, Lay's Potato Chips is generally not Keto because it contains Too high in carbs (53g/100g).

Does Lay's Potato Chips contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: potato, edible vegetable oil (sunflower oil, corn oil, and/or canola oil), spices and condiments (onion powder, chilli powder, dry mango powder, coria...

What are the nutritional facts of Lay's Potato Chips?

Lay's Potato Chips contains 539 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 53g of carbohydrates, and 33g of fat.

How much sugar is in Lay's Potato Chips?

Lay's Potato Chips lists 3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Can I eat Lay's Potato Chips on a Keto diet?

No, Lay's Potato Chips is not recommended for a Keto diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Keto-certified alternatives.