Are Chewits Slimming World Friendly? - Our Syn Guide

If you're looking for a sweet treat to have during the day on hand, you might be tempted to grab some chewits, but how many syns do these little sweets have on the slimming world plan?

Chewits have on average 6 syns for a packet, making them fairly high in syns and consuming nearly half of your daily syn allowance on the plan. 

We've discussed in more detail below why Chewits are so high in syns, some syn values of them and some low syn alternative sweets to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Why Are Chewits So High In Syns?

At 6 syns for a pack, Chewits are high in syns, a half-pack serving would cost you 3 syns, allowing you to have up to two packs before using most of your 15 syn daily allowance.

Chewits get their high syn value from the sugar content having around 15g of sugar per stick pack, we, therefore, suggest having them in moderation.

Syn Values Of Chewits

Chewits come in a variety of flavours but have a similar syn value despite their flavour change, we've listed them below to help you out.

• Chewits Strawberry Flavour 30g - 6 syns.
•  Chewits Fruit Salad Flavour 30g - 6 syns.
•  Chewits Xtreme Extremely Sour Apple Chews 34g - 7 syns.
•  Iceland Chewits 6 Strawberry Ice Cream Sticks 168g - 2.5 syns.
•  Iceland Chewits Blue Raspberry Flavoured Ice Cream Sticks x 6 - 3 syns.
•  Iceland Chewits 6 Ice Cream Sticks Cherry Flavour 300ml - 3 syns.
•  Chewits Cherry Flavour 30g - 6 syns.
•  Chewits Strawberry Flavour Juicy Bites 165g - 7.5 syns.
•  Chewits Blackcurrant Flavour 30g - 6 syns.
•  Chewits Cola Flavour 30g - 6 syns.
•  Chewits Xtreme Sour Lemon Chews 34g - 7 syns.
•  Chewits Xtreme Sour Cherry Chews 34g - 7.5 syns.

Low Syn Alternatives To Chewits

If you find Chewits to be too high in syns, there are plenty of lower syn alternatives to be snacking on throughout the day, we've listed some of the popular sweets below to give you all your options.

• HARIBO Tangfastics Bag 16g - 3 syns.
•  Starburst Minis Original Sweets Pouch Bag 176g - 9 syns.
•  Starburst Fave Reds Fruit Chews Sweets Treat Bag 141g - 9.5 syns.
•  Starburst Very Berry Fruit Chews Sweets 45g - 8.5 syns.
•  Maynards Bassetts Jelly Babies Sweets Bag 190g - 4.5 syns.
•  M&S Percy Pigs Sweets 170g - 1.5 syns.
•  Skittles Fruits Sweets £0.15 PMP Bag 18g - 8 syns.
•  Starburst Strawberry Fruit Chews Sweets Pouch Bag 152g - 8 syns.
•  Rowntree's Jelly Tots Sweets Sharing Bag 150g - 2 syns for 7.
•  Swizzels Drumstick Squashies Giant Cookie 308g - 8 syns.
•  Rowntree's Randoms Sweets Sharing Bag 150g - 7 syns for 6.
•  Maynards Bassetts Sports Mix Sweets Bag 190g - 8 syns.
•  Rowntree's Fruit Pastilles Sweets Tube 52.5g - 5 syns.
•  Swizzels Drumstick Squashies Rhubarb & Custard Flavour 160g - 3.5 syns.
•  Swizzels Drumstick Squashies Strawberry & Cream Flavour - 3.5 syns.
•  Maynards Bassetts Soft Jellies Fizzy Fish Sweets Bag 160g - 5 syns for 4.
•  M&S Gelatine Free Veggie Percy Pig Sweets 170g - 1.5 syns a sweet.
•  Barratt Refreshers 34g - 6.5 syns a pack.
•  Skittles Crazy Sours Sweets Pouch Bag 152g - 7.5 syns.
•  Candy Kittens Wild Strawberry Gourmet Sweets 125g - 7 syns for 25g (check out our article on syns in a candy cane).

Final Words

Overall, Chewits are high in syns, having 6 syns per packet meaning you can have up to around two packs a day before using all of your 15 syn daily allowance.

We recommend having sweets like Chewits in moderation due to their high sugar content or checking out our low syn alternatives which start as low as 1.5 syns a sweet. Sugar-free sweets can also be a good alternative if you are trying to cut back on sugar.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are syn values calculated?

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.

Do syn values change?

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.

How many syns should I have per day?

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.