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Small, round sweets with smooth, pale pink and white surfaces, arranged closely together on a plate.

Chiyo Calories

Sugary snack, high sugar, low nutrient value

CALORIES · 100 G

390kcal

GI

80high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

1mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Chiyo (8 g) has 31 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Chiyo Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 8 g

31

KCAL / 8G

Carbs

7.8g

· 3% DV

Protein

0g

· 0% DV

Fat

0g

· 0% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%

Chiyo nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (8 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories31 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate7.8 g3%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0 g0%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Chiyo?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)8 g31 kcal
1 piece (small)5 g20 kcal
1 piece (large)12 g47 kcal
5 piece (medium)40 g156 kcal
1 pack (small)40 g156 kcal
1 pack (large)80 g312 kcal
10 piece (medium)80 g312 kcal
100 g100 g390 kcal

Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Chiyo

What is Chiyo?

Chiyo is a sweet snack with a very high carbohydrate content and very little protein or fat. The product information identifies it as a sugary confection, but does not specify its exact shape or texture.

What is Chiyo made of?

Chiyo is a sugary sweet, but its full ingredient list can vary by recipe or manufacturer. Without the package ingredients, it is not possible to confirm particular flavorings, colors, or other additions.

Why is Chiyo so sweet?

Chiyo is very sweet because it is high in sugar. Its concentrated sweetness means a small piece may be enough; pairing it with an unsweetened drink can keep the snack from tasting overwhelmingly sweet.

How much Chiyo should you eat at once?

A small piece is a sensible portion of Chiyo because it is a sugary snack rather than a nutrient-dense food. The typical serving listed is one medium piece, so start with that rather than eating several pieces by habit.

Can you eat Chiyo with tea?

Yes, Chiyo can be eaten with tea as a small sweet treat. Unsweetened black tea is a practical pairing because it balances the candy’s sweetness without adding more sugar to the snack.

Is Chiyo bad for your teeth?

Frequent Chiyo snacking can raise the risk of tooth decay because mouth bacteria use sugar to produce acids. Eating it in one sitting rather than grazing on it, then brushing your teeth, helps limit repeated sugar exposure.

Can people with diabetes eat Chiyo?

Chiyo is high in sugar and may raise blood glucose, so it may not fit easily into a diabetes meal plan. The suitable amount depends on individual care; ask your clinician or dietitian how to account for it.

Does Chiyo cause weight gain?

Eating Chiyo often or in large amounts can contribute to weight gain because it is a sugary snack. Having a small piece occasionally is different from making it a regular, large portion.

How should you store Chiyo?

Store Chiyo in a cool, dry place and keep its packaging closed. Heat and moisture can affect the texture of sweets, so avoid leaving it in direct sunlight or near a warm appliance.

Can you make Chiyo at home?

A homemade version may be possible, but the exact Chiyo recipe cannot be identified from the product information alone. Its texture and flavor depend on the ingredients and method, so a reliable recipe would need to match the specific Chiyo product you mean.

Chiyo Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

0µg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

B2

0mg · 0% DV

B3

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Iron

0.01mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0.4mg · 0% DV

Calcium

0.16mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

0.08mg · 0% DV

Chiyo Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

80
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

6.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Chiyo

To burn the 31 calories in 1 piece (medium) (8 g):

🚶

8min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

3min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

4min

Cycling

🏊

4min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Chiyo?

Chiyo is a small, sugar-based sweet. The name alone does not identify a particular regional recipe or tradition, so it is best not to assign it a specific origin. Its taste is distinctly sweet, and you can have a piece as a quick treat alongside tea or coffee. It can also fit into a sweets selection, though it is more of an occasional snack than a filling bite. Nutritionally, it is mostly carbohydrate: 100 g provides 97 g of carbs, with very little protein or fibre. A small piece is a practical way to enjoy it; unsweetened tea or coffee makes a good pairing.

How Nutritious Is Chiyo?

Nutrient density

Low

2/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

1/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Chiyo Processed?

NOVA 4

Ultra-Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Chiyo Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Chiyo Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Chiyo Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.