BasketBalance guide

Nutrition label checker UK

Review nutrition details before you buy food products, including calories, sugar, fat, salt, protein and other available values.

BasketBalance helps make nutrition labels easier to compare while reminding you to check the pack for the final information.

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What nutrition labels can show

Nutrition labels can help you compare similar products quickly. Small differences in sugar, salt, fat, protein or calories can matter when choosing everyday foods for your household.

Details BasketBalance may show

• energy or calories
• fat and saturated fat
• carbohydrates and sugar
• protein
• salt or sodium
• serving or quantity information where available

Helpful for everyday shopping

Use BasketBalance to compare cereals, snacks, ready meals, drinks, yoghurts, baby foods and other packaged products. The aim is to make the label easier to understand, not to tell you what you must eat.

Important note

BasketBalance is not diet, medical or nutritionist advice. Nutrition records can be incomplete or out of date, so always check the product packaging where the decision matters.

Frequently asked questions

Can BasketBalance check calories?

It can show calorie or energy information where the product record includes it.

Can it compare sugar and salt?

Yes, when nutrition data is available it can help you review sugar, salt and other values.

Is this medical advice?

No. BasketBalance is a shopping guide and does not replace advice from a qualified professional.

Should I still read the pack?

Yes. Always confirm nutrition and allergen information on the product label.