Takis original
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Takis original by Barcel Usa Llc. scores 6/10 for Brain Health based on low sugar supports brain function.
Takis original by Barcel Usa Llc. provides 498 calories, 6.2g protein, 28.3g fat, and 0.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 1.2g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Good fiber content at 4.9g per 100g, supporting digestive health.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 1.8g per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (894mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠Calorie-dense at 498 kcal per 100g — be mindful of portion sizes.
Deep Analysis
Takis original by Barcel Usa Llc. sits near the middle of the chips category with 498 kcal per 100g (category avg: 632).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 498 kcal per 100g (category avg: 632)
- •Protein: 6.2g per 100g (category avg: 7.3g)
- •Sugars: 1.8g per 100g (category avg: 4.8g)
- •Fiber: 4.9g per 100g (category avg: 4.7g)
- •Saturated fat: 4.1g per 100g
- •Sodium: 894mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for general healthy eating with moderate portions.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 894mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 1788mg — roughly 78% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Takis original doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the chips category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
harina de maíz, aceite vegetal, condimento preparado (maltodextrina, sal yodada, almidón de maíz modificado, ácido cítrico, especias y hierbas, cebolla en polvo, aromas naturales e idénticos al natural, azúcar, goma arábiga, colorantes, saborizantes, proteína vegetal (soya), extracto de levadura, glutamato monosódico (E621), diacetato de sodio (E262), aceite vegetal parcialmente hidrogenado, colorantes (laca rojo 40, laca amarillo 6), cebolla, extracto de chile, bicarbonato de sodio (E500), inosinato de sodio (E631), guanilato de sodio (E627), dióxido de silicio (E551), TBHQ (E319).