If you’re looking for a product labelled low-fat, check the fat content per 100 g; a smaller portion of regular tortilla chips doesn’t make them low-fat. If you mainly want a savoury snack to take with you, decide on your portion in advance and consider the timing and amount around your training.
You want to take a savoury snack with you and pay attention to its fat content and how much you plan to eat, rather than relying only on the front of the pack. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low-fat’ claim.
You’re looking for a small snack and are mindful of the timing and portion size. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against having a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise.
You’d rather take a measured portion than a whole sharing bag. It’s practical to seal the bag well after opening; as general storage advice, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping opened crisps in a kitchen cupboard for 2–5 days.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content and claims | Compare the total fat per 100 g and check the exact claim. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low-fat’ claim. | If I mainly want to eat less fat, I check the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variant. Around 31% of consumers prioritise fat content when buying. |
| Portion and nutritional value | Weigh the amount you want to take with you and compare nutritional values using the same portion size. Albert Heijn lists a 25 g portion for AH Tortilla chips naturel; based on the label, that works out at 117.5 kcal and 5 g of fat. | If my main aim is to limit the amount I eat and my energy intake, I work it out per portion rather than looking only at the values per 100 g. Around 25% of consumers prioritise portion size and energy. |
| Timing around training | Decide when you want to eat and how large your portion will be. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against having a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. | If timing my snack around training is my priority, I consider when I’ll eat and how much. Around 19% of consumers prioritise timing around training when buying. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the pack weight, number of portions and storage instructions. For its 300 g bag of plain tortilla chips, Jumbo lists ten 30 g portions; as general storage advice, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping opened crisps in a kitchen cupboard for 2–5 days. | If I’m taking crisps with me and want to keep the rest, I check the portion sizes and whether the bag can be sealed after opening. Around 19% of consumers focus mainly on transport and storage. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact flavour and pack. Information can vary between variants. | If I have a relevant allergy, I check the exact pack before choosing. Around 6% of consumers prioritise allergens when buying. |
Eating less reduces the amount of fat you consume, but it doesn’t change the fat content per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low-fat’ claim.
Choose based separately on the product’s nutritional information and the amount you take with you.
Jumbo’s 300 g bag of plain tortilla chips lists ten portions. So the pack weight isn’t the same as the amount for one snack break.
Decide on your portion in advance and seal the remaining crisps well.
Fat, energy, protein, saturated fat and salt each tell you something different. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that people may prioritise different nutritional values.
Read the full nutrition table and don’t let one value automatically determine your whole choice.
Jumbo’s Dutch product page identifies Doritos Naturel Tortilla Nacho Chips as a 185 g pack.
AH Tortilla chips naturel is a supermarket own-brand product in a 200 g pack.
Jumbo Tortilla Chips Naturel comes in a 300 g sharing bag.
The Dutch product page identifies Snack Day Tortillachips nacho cheese.
The Dutch product page identifies SUN SNACKS Tortillachips blauwe maïs.
Mission Foods Europe includes tortilla chips in its European product overview.
This selection features regular tortilla chips that you can portion yourself, rather than variants shown to be low-fat. If fat content is your main buying criterion, compare the amount per 100 g.
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The product information suggests serving them with dips; you can measure out a portion from the bag yourself.
The nutrition table provided lists 20 g of fat per 100 g, so this isn’t a low-fat choice. May contain gluten-containing cereals, soya and wheat.
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The 185 g pack can be divided into portions for separate snack breaks.
The nutrition table provided lists 20 g of fat per 100 g, so this isn’t a low-fat choice. The product information lists soya as an allergen.
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The product information describes the 44 g pack as a snack for when you’re out and about.
The nutrition table provided lists 22 g of fat per 100 g, so this isn’t a low-fat choice. Contains gluten, soya and wheat.
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The product information lists twelve portions, so you’ll need to measure out a portion for one snack break.
The nutrition table provided lists 20 g of fat per 100 g, so this isn’t a low-fat choice. The product information lists soya as an allergen.
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The product information lists twelve portions, so you can measure out an amount for your snack break.
The nutrition table provided lists 20 g of fat per 100 g, so this isn’t a low-fat choice. The product information lists soya as an allergen.
For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low-fat’ claim. This is a condition for using that claim, not a requirement for every snack you buy.
Keep your snack small if you’re eating just before exercise. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against having a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or fibre; spicy food can also cause problems for some people.
No, recovery should be considered as part of your overall diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that getting enough protein after intense exercise is important; most recreational athletes don’t need specialist protein products.
Seal the pack well after use and follow the instructions on the label. As general storage advice, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping opened crisps in a kitchen cupboard for 2–5 days.
No. The product information for Doritos Naturel 185 g says it may contain soya and wheat/gluten; AH naturel may contain soya. Always check the pack of the exact flavour you’re buying.
