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Light
Light by Benecol provides 326 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 54% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Light margarines category and comes in a 25 x 10 g pack. Contains: soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 326 kcal | 437 −25% |
| Total fat | 35 g | 48.2 −27% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 13.3 −62% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.7 g | 0.8 +221% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.3 +54% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 −100% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.4 −100% |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.8 |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 459 Light margarines products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other light margarines
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Ingredients
Water, Rapeseed oil, Plant stanol ester (plant stanols 6.6g/100g), Responsibly sourced palm oil, Modified starch, Salt (0.8%), Wiley powder (millk), Emulsifiers (mono and diglycerides of fatty acids, soy lecithin), Natural flavourings, Acidity regulator (citric acid), Preservative (potassium sorbate), Colour (carotenes), Vitamin A, Vitamin D3 sal Winh d
- Allergens
- Soybeans
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 25 x 10 g
- Labels & certifications
- No artificial flavorsNo artificial colorsNo artificial colours or flavours
- Sold in
- Ireland
- Barcode
- 5055940101206
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Light?
Light contains 326 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Light?
Light has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Light healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Light contain?
According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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