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Crunchy, salty snack stick
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
410
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
75g
· 75%
Protein
9g
· 9%
Fat
7g
· 16%
Fiber
3g
Vitamins
B1
0.25mg · 21% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
B5
0.4mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
950mg · 41% DV
Selenium
7µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Iron
2mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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.
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
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 73.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (73.3:1).
Their crunchy texture, salty flavour and small pieces can make mindless snacking easy. Serving a portion in a bowl rather than eating from the packet can help with portion awareness.
Pair them with yoghurt, cheese, hummus or crunchy vegetables to add protein or fibre. This is generally more satisfying than eating salty sticks on their own.
A small serving can be a convenient carbohydrate snack before short exercise, especially if you feel hungry. For long or demanding training, they are not a complete pre-workout meal, so include fluids and consider a more substantial food.
They provide carbohydrate, but may not provide enough protein on their own to support recovery. Pairing them with milk, yoghurt, kefir or cheese makes the snack more balanced.
Keep them in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard. Exposure to humidity makes them lose their crunch, so avoid leaving the packet open.
If they have softened from moisture, warming them briefly in a low oven can restore some crispness. Let them cool fully before returning them to an airtight container.
They can be included occasionally in an age-appropriate portion, but are best not used as the main everyday school snack. Rotate them with options such as fruit, yoghurt or cheese, and make sure young children eat them sitting down.
People with coeliac disease, a wheat allergy or gluten sensitivity should avoid standard salty sticks because they contain gluten. Anyone advised to limit salt should also check the sodium on the label and keep portions modest.
Not really. Although both are flour-based, salty sticks are designed as a snack and are usually less filling than bread; if used with a meal, add protein and vegetables for better balance.
No. They may be lower in fat than some crisps, but they are still an energy-dense processed snack that is easy to eat in large amounts. Portioning them before eating is a useful habit.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.