For a walking break, first compare the amount of sugars per 100 g and per portion, rather than relying on a ‘less sugar’ claim on the pack. A biscuit that is low in sugars may contain sweeteners and still be high in energy or fat. Individually wrapped biscuit bars are easier to take with you, but the packaging format says nothing about their nutritional value. So check the ingredients, allergens and portion size too.
If you want to choose a biscuit with as few sugars as possible for a walking break, compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion. A sugar-reduction claim alone doesn’t tell you how much sugar you’ll actually eat.
If you’d rather have a syrup waffle, breakfast cake bar or spiced cake than a biscuit with sweeteners, a version with less sugar than the standard product could be worth considering. Check the actual sugar content on the label, though.
If you’re sensitive to certain sweeteners or need to avoid allergens, check the current packaging before setting off. Ingredients and allergens vary between product versions.
Start with what matters most to you: the amount of sugars, a clearly defined portion for your journey, or ingredients you need to avoid. Then compare the other nutritional information for the products that meet your requirements.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Actual sugar content | Compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g and per intended portion; consider any ‘less sugar’ claim alongside these figures. | If I mainly want to eat fewer sugars during a walking break, I need to know how much is in my portion. For around 50% of consumers, actual sugar content comes first. |
| Portion size and portability | Check the weight of each biscuit or bar and whether it is individually wrapped. | I want to decide in advance how much to take with me and be able to get a portion out of my bag easily. A clearly defined portion is the first consideration for around 30% of consumers. |
| Sweeteners and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen lists; if the product contains polyols, check for any warning on the packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients or am sensitive to polyols, I don’t want to find out about them halfway through my walk. For around 20% of consumers, this check is the top priority. |
A relative reduction doesn’t tell you how much sugar the product contains. Albert Heijn says its Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels contain 32% less sugar than the standard AH version, but they still contain 23 g of sugars per 100 g.
Compare the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g and per portion with that of the alternative you’re considering.
A low sugar figure doesn’t tell you the whole nutritional story. Albert Heijn lists 0.3 g of sugars, 465 kcal and 20 g of fat per 100 g for AH Digestive 0% suiker.
Alongside sugars, check the portion size and any other nutritional information that’s relevant to your choice.
According to Albert Heijn, AH Digestive 0% suiker contains maltitols and isomalt. The label warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Read the ingredients and warnings before taking a new product on a long walk.
Ingredients vary between versions. For Céréal speculoos met amandel, Jumbo lists wheat, almonds, soya, egg and milk, among other ingredients.
If you have a relevant allergy, check the allergen information on the current packaging, even if you’ve bought a similar biscuit before.
Biscuit type, sugar content and sweeteners can vary considerably within the same brand. So make sure you assess the specific version you plan to take with you.
The AH range highlights the difference between a biscuit with a very low stated sugar content and a syrup waffle with a relative sugar reduction.
Biscuit versions with sweeteners for anyone mainly comparing the stated sugar content.
A breakfast cake bar for anyone looking for a familiar type of snack with a relative sugar reduction.
A spiced cake bar in a set portion size for taking on the go.
A point of comparison for anyone considering Original speculoos in a pocket pack specifically, rather than a lower-sugar version.
No. The claim compares a product with a reference product, while the nutritional information shows its actual sugar content. Albert Heijn says its Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels contain 32% less sugar than the standard AH version, and 23 g of sugars per 100 g. Also compare the amount in the portion you plan to eat.
Check which sweeteners are listed in the ingredients and look for any warnings on the packaging. According to Albert Heijn, AH Digestive 0% suiker contains maltitols and isomalt, and carries a warning that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. It’s best not to try a new product for the first time on a long walk.
Yes. If you have a relevant allergy, always check the current packaging for the specific version. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed in the ingredients; don’t rely solely on the front of the pack or a previous purchase.
No. Sugars are just one part of the nutritional information. For AH Digestive 0% suiker, Albert Heijn lists 0.3 g of sugars as well as 465 kcal and 20 g of fat per 100 g. Consider the portion you’ll take with you and compare any other figures that matter to your choice.
