Lay's - Lay's Potato Chips Mesquite Bbq Flavored has a very high-calorie, high-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin C.
The food contains 58.16g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 5.63 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
On top of that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat.
It belongs to American cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Snack.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 34, for Lay's - Lay's Potato Chips Mesquite Bbq Flavored, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 4% | |
Calories from Fat | 51% | |
Calories from Carbs | 44% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 938.1 IU | 18.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 22.5 mg | 37.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Vitamin E | 0 mg | |||
Thiamin | 0.23 mg | 15% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 3.8 mg | 18.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Calcium | 37.5 mg | 3.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.9 mg | 10.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 45 mg | 11.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Phosphorus | 0 mg | |||
Potassium | 1238.3 mg | 35.4% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 506.6 mg | 21.1% | Top 30% | High |
Zinc | 0 mg | |||
Copper | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 58.2 g | 19.4% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 22.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sugars | 7.5 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
---|---|---|---|---|
Protein | 5.6 g | 11.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 30 g | 46.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14.1% | Top 30% | High |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 140
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16 g 24.6%
Saturated Fat 1.5 g 7.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 270 mg 11.3%
Total Carbohydrates 31 g 10.3%
Dietary Fiber 3 g12%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 3 g 6%
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 20%
Calcium 2% Iron 5.6%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 423
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 73.4 g | Fat 9.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 459
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 67 g | Fat 21.2 g
Per 100g | Calories 394
Protein 7.5 g | Carbs 82.6 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 511
Protein 7.7 g | Carbs 61.3 g | Fat 28.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 564
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 52.9 g | Fat 35.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 498
Protein 6.6 g | Carbs 53.1 g | Fat 26.6 g
Per 100g | Calories 518
Protein 6.9 g | Carbs 51.8 g | Fat 31.1 g
Per 100g | Calories 564
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 52.9 g | Fat 35.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 564
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 52.9 g | Fat 35.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 564
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 56.4 g | Fat 35.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 529
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 52.9 g | Fat 35.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 544
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 56.3 g | Fat 31.9 g