
Wavy Original
Ultra-processed fried chips high in fat/sodium with low nutritional value and potential acrylamide concerns.
Contains soy from soybean oil - common allergen. High sodium and fat content may pose risks for those with hypertension or soy sensitivities. Produced in facilities handling major allergens.
What's the verdict?
Classic fried potato chips with a crunchy wavy texture and light salting. This ultra-processed snack is high in calories from fats but offers minimal vitamins or fiber; best enjoyed occasionally as part of a balanced diet.
Ingredients
3 listed · 2 flagged · estimated by AI, check the label- Potatoes (Primary Ingredient/Base)Beneficial
Supplies carbohydrates for quick energy along with some potassium and fiber; however, frying at high temperatures reduces heat-sensitive nutrients and can generate acrylamide, a compound with potential carcinogenic risks, while creating a high glycemic load that may impact blood sugar levels.
- Vegetable Oil (Canola, Corn, Soybean, and/or Sunflower Oil) (Frying Medium)Caution
Delivers unsaturated fats but contributes to high caloric density and may promote inflammation due to high omega-6 content; includes soybean oil, a common allergen that can trigger reactions in sensitive individuals, with refining processes removing beneficial antioxidants.
- Salt (Flavor Enhancer/Seasoning)Caution
Provides sodium for basic electrolyte function and taste but the levels in this product contribute significantly to daily intake, raising risks for high blood pressure, cardiovascular issues, and fluid retention in salt-sensitive consumers.
Nutrition
| calories | 160 |
|---|---|
| total fat | 10 |
| saturated fat | 1.5 |
| sodium | 170 |
| total carbohydrate | 15 |
| dietary fiber | 1 |
| protein | 2 |
| calcium | 10 |
| iron | 0.5 |
| potassium | 350 |
None: trans fat, cholesterol, sugars, vitamin d.
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