Canned soups like Campbell's can make an easy dinner to have when you're short on time, but how many syns do these soups have on the slimming world plan, are they too high in syns?
Campbell's condensed chicken soup has on average around 15 syns per can, making this soup high in syns, we, therefore, suggest having it in moderation on the plan.
In our syn guide below we will take you through why Campbell's chicken condensed soup is so high in syns, syn values of their soup range and some low syn alternatives for a convenient lunch.
At 15 syns per can, Campbell's chicken condensed soup is very high in syns, taking up your whole 15 daily syn allowance on the plan. We would suggest only having this soup as treat on the plan when your syns allow or having half a can to keep your syn consumption lower.
This chicken condensed soup gets its high syn value from ingredients such as double cream which is very high in fat, having 9g of fat in half a can serving. To save syns, opt for lower fat soups like cuppa soups, (see our syn list here).
Campbell's has a wide range of soups with varying syn values depending on their ingredients, to help you compare, we've listed them below.
If you find Campbell's condensed soups to be too high in syns, there are lots of other low-syn alternative soups to check out for a healthy quick meal.
To conclude, Campbell's condensed chicken soup is very high in syns, having 15 syns for a whole can and 7.5 syns for half a can. This soup gets its high syn value from the fat content which is from ingredients such as double cream.
If you are looking for more syn-friendly soups, why not check out the Weight Watcher's soups which are healthier and lower in fat, with a syn guide to them here.
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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