If you are after an easy and quick dinner, you might be tempted to throw a few Colman's sachets in for a simple sauce, but are these sachets high in syns on the slimming world plan?
Colman's sachets have varying syns according to the type of recipe mix that you choose, but most have a general syn range between 5-7.5 syns, making them fairly low in syns for a quick dinner.
Down below in our guide we have discussed whether or not you should eat Colman's sachets on slimming world, their syn values as well as how they compare to other packet sauces in terms of syns.
Many people assume that packet sauces like Colman's are off-limits on the slimming world plan, but this is not true, as long as the sauces fit within your SW syn allowance you are free to eat them without the risk of weight gain.
It should be noted that the syn values of Colman's sachets are based on the calories of the powder as they are, when they are made up according to the packet, your meal can have more syns depending on the ingredients.
For example, Colman's spaghetti bolognese sachets have 5.5 syns per 100g of their sauce, but when made up as prepared they can have 16.5 syns a serving.
Colman's sachets have varying syns according to the type of recipe they are prepared to make, we've listed their range and syn values down below.
If you find Colman's sachets too high in syns or you are looking for an alternative, we've got you covered with our list of other pre-packet sauces below.
Overall, Colman's sachets are fairly low in syns, costing you between 3-6 syns typically depending on the type that you choose.
You should keep in mind, however, that this does not take into account other ingredients that the sauce might require which can make syns higher. If you want to save on syns we would suggest creating your spice mixes or checking out some other lower syn alternatives above.
If you are really looking to cut down, then it might be worth reading our article on Slimming World speed foods.
Syn values are calculated using a formula based on calories, saturated fat and sugar content per serving. They’re not the same as calories — a product can be low in calories but higher in syns if it’s high in sugar or fat. Always check the official Slimming World app for the most accurate and up-to-date syn values.
Yes. When manufacturers reformulate their products, the syn value can go up or down. This is why we recommend double-checking with the Slimming World app or your consultant, especially if a product’s packaging has changed recently.
Most Slimming World members work with 5 to 15 syns per day. Your consultant will advise on the right amount for you. The key is to use your syns on the things you enjoy most — whether that’s a chocolate bar, a glass of wine, or a packet of crisps.
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