Lay's Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips

Questions about Lay's Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips

Is Lay's Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 74/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sodium (714 mg) and saturated fat (5.36 g). Sugar, Salt, Natural Flavors, Caramel Color and 1 more are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in Lay's Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips?

In label order (largest amount first): POTATOES, VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA, CORN, SOYBEAN, AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL), SUGAR, AND LESS THAN 2% OF THE FOLLOWING: DEXTROSE, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN (MADE FROM CORN), MOLASSES, TORULA YEAST, ONION POWDER, SPICES, TOMATO POWDER, PAPRIKA, and 7 more.

Does Lay's Barbecue Flavored Potato Chips contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Sugar (worth noting): Excessive sugar consumption is linked to health concerns like obesity and diabetes. Salt (worth noting): Excessive salt intake is associated with hypertension and cardiovascular risks. Natural Flavors (worth noting): The term 'natural flavors' is broad and may include substances that some consumers prefer to avoid. Caramel Color (worth noting): Some types of caramel color may contain 4-MEI, a compound debated for its potential health risks. Mustard Seed Oil (worth noting): Mustard oil is restricted in the US for food use due to concerns about erucic acid.