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Corn-based cheese-flavored extruded snack
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (small) of Citos Hup (32 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 540 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.2 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 10.2 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 54.4 mg of Phosphorus covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 pack (small) · 32 g
173
KCAL / 32G
Carbs
18.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
10.2g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 5% · Fat 53%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 173 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.2 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.18 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 250 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (small) | 32 g | 173 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 18 g | 97 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 28 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 270 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 56 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 75 g | 405 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 540 calories per 100 g.
Citos Hup is a packaged, corn-based extruded snack with cheese flavouring. Its puffed, crunchy texture makes it a ready-to-eat snack rather than a meal, and the available product information does not specify its complete recipe.
Citos Hup gets its puffed shape through extrusion, a process that forms and expands a corn-based mixture. That airy structure gives the snack its crisp bite; exposure to moisture after opening can make it lose that crunch.
Citos Hup gets its cheese flavour from its seasoning. Dairy is listed as an allergen for the product, but the specific dairy ingredients and the amount of cheese or cheese-derived ingredients are not provided here.
Citos Hup is similar to cheese puffs in being a puffed, cheese-flavoured snack, but the name refers to this specific corn-based product. Its seasoning, shape, and texture can differ from other cheese puffs.
Citos Hup is described as cheese-flavoured, but that description alone does not establish whether the seasoning contains actual cheese. Dairy is identified as an allergen; the ingredient list on the particular package gives the specific components.
Store opened Citos Hup in a tightly closed bag or airtight container in a cool, dry place. Keeping moisture out helps preserve its crisp texture; leaving the bag open can make the puffs soften.
Citos Hup goes soft when its airy structure absorbs moisture from the air. Close the package promptly after serving and keep it somewhere dry; once the puffs have softened, their original crunch may not return.
Yes, crushed Citos Hup can add a crunchy, cheese-flavoured topping to foods such as soups or salads. Add it just before serving, since moisture from the dish quickly softens the puffs.
Citos Hup is better treated as an occasional snack than an everyday staple. It is a highly formulated, strongly flavoured packaged food, so relying on it regularly in place of more varied snacks can narrow the range of foods you eat.
Yes, eating Citos Hup frequently or in large amounts can contribute to weight gain by adding energy to your overall intake. Having a portion from a bowl instead of eating straight from the package makes it easier to keep track.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.67mg · 4% DV
B3
0.58mg · 4% DV
Biotin
0.96µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
250mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
54mg · 8% DV
Selenium
2.24µg · 4% DV
Calcium
35mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 173 calories in 1 pack (small) (32 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Citos Hup is a puffed, corn-based snack with a cheese flavour, sold ready to eat in a packet. Its airy crunch and savoury taste make it an easy choice for a quick bite at home, on the go or in a lunchbox. It can be eaten on its own, or served alongside a sandwich or other simple snack.
It is energy-dense, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates and fat, while protein is relatively modest. The listed value is 540 kcal per 100 g, and a small pack is about 32 g. For a more filling snack, keep to a small portion and pair it with fruit.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
2.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.22g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 136:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (136:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.