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Plain Kays Calories

Plain, salty refined-flour snack

CALORIES · 100 G

465kcal

GI

72high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

140mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.8g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Plain Kays (30 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 465 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.7 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 5.1 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 7.2 µg of Selenium covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Plain Kays Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 30 g

140

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

20.7g

· 8% DV

Protein

2.9g

· 6% DV

Fat

5.1g

· 7% DV

Fiber

0.8g

· 3% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 8% · Fat 33%

Plain Kays nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories140 kcal
Total fat5.1 g7%
Saturated fat0.78 g4%
Trans fat0.02 g
Sodium234 mg10%
Total carbohydrate20.7 g8%
Fiber0.8 g3%
Protein2.9 g6%

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 Serving of Plain Kays?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)30 g140 kcal
1 piece (mini)4 g19 kcal
5 piece (small)20 g93 kcal
1 cup (medium)35 g163 kcal
10 piece (large)40 g186 kcal
1 pack (small)50 g233 kcal
1 pack (large)90 g419 kcal
100 g100 g465 kcal

Calculated from 465 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Plain Kays

What is Plain Kays?

Plain Kays is a salty, refined-flour snack in its plain version. It is meant to be eaten as a snack or alongside other foods, rather than served as a sweet biscuit or a meal on its own.

How is Plain Kays different from flavoured Kays?

Plain Kays has a straightforward salty taste rather than an added flavour profile. The exact ingredients of other Kays varieties can differ, so the plain version is the choice for people who prefer a simpler-tasting snack.

What can you eat with Plain Kays?

Plain Kays works with dips, cheese, or sliced vegetables when you want a more substantial snack. Its salty flavour also suits soups and salads when crushed and sprinkled on top for crunch.

Can Plain Kays be used as a breadcrumb substitute?

Yes, Plain Kays can be crushed and used instead of breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping or coating. Its salty taste may season the dish, so taste the rest of the recipe before adding extra salt.

Is Plain Kays filling enough to replace lunch?

No, Plain Kays is not a balanced or especially filling lunch by itself. It is a refined-flour snack with little fibre, so pair it with a protein-rich food and vegetables if you need a more complete meal.

Why does Plain Kays make you thirsty?

Plain Kays is salty, and salty foods can make you feel thirstier. Having water with it is a sensible choice, especially if you are eating it as a snack rather than alongside a meal.

Can people with diabetes eat Plain Kays?

People with diabetes can include Plain Kays, but its refined-flour carbohydrates may raise blood glucose. A modest portion eaten with protein or fibre may be easier to fit into a meal plan; individual guidance can come from a dietitian.

Does Plain Kays work as a quick pre-workout snack?

Plain Kays can provide carbohydrates for a quick snack before exercise, but it does not provide much protein. For longer or more demanding exercise, combine it with a protein-containing food rather than relying on it alone.

Can Plain Kays be frozen to keep it fresh?

Freezing is not a useful way to keep Plain Kays crisp. Moisture during thawing can soften the snack; a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place is a better way to preserve its texture.

What should you do if Plain Kays has lost its crunch?

If Plain Kays has only gone slightly soft, crumble it over soup or salad to add texture. Discard it if it has an unusual smell, visible mould, or other signs of spoilage.

Plain Kays Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.14mg · 12% DV

B3

1.44mg · 9% DV

Folate

28.5µg · 7% DV

B2

0.07mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Selenium

7.2µg · 13% DV

Sodium

234mg · 10% DV

Manganese

0.14mg · 6% DV

Iron

0.96mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

42mg · 1% DV

Plain Kays Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

72
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

14.7
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Plain Kays

To burn the 140 calories in 1 serving (medium) (30 g):

🚶

35min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

14min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

19min

Cycling

🏊

16min

Swimming

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

What is Plain Kays?

Plain Kays is a savoury, salty snack made with refined flour. Its unflavoured style is crisp and easy to eat on its own, or alongside a drink. It can fit into a lunchbox or a quick snack break; serve it with tea or coffee, as many people do with savoury biscuits, or pair it with soup or a dip. Its energy comes largely from carbohydrates and fat, so it is best treated as a snack rather than a substantial meal. A modest portion with fresh vegetables or a yoghurt-based dip makes for a more rounded bite.

How Nutritious Is Plain Kays?

Nutrient density

Low

14/ 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

28/ 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 Plain Kays Processed?

NOVA 3

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 Plain Kays Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Plain Kays Good For?

Vegan

✓ 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

Plain Kays Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.78g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.13g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.5g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 72:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (72:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.