Hellman's Real Mayonnaise

Name: Hellman's Real Mayonnaise
Brand: Hellman'S

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Hellman'S · 250g

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size250g

Amount Per 100g

Calories500

% Daily Value*

Total Fat52.6g81%

Saturated Fat8.4g42%

Sodium721mg31%

Total Carbohydrate6.6g2%

Dietary Fiber0g0%

Total Sugars4g

Protein0g0%

* % Daily Values based on 2,000 kcal diet. Tap any nutrient for details. Source: Product label · Values may vary.

Portion Guide

Portion	Cal	Fat	Sugar
Small serving(25g)	125	13.2g	1g
Regular serving(50g)	250	26.3g	2g
Large serving(100g)	500	52.6g	4g

Ingredients

Listed by weight. Codes explained below.

Decoded

Refined Soybean Oil (Fortified with Vitamin A & D), Water, Sugar, Thickeners-E 1442, E 1450, Natural Vinegar, lodised Salt, Spices & Condiments, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Preservative-E 202, Nature Identical and Natural Flavouring Substances, Sequestrant-E 385. – Potassium Sorbate – preservative, generally safe

BEST AS A TREAT

Why: Watch the sodium + saturated fat

OK use: Occasional treat only

Key Number

Per 100g8g sat fat

WHO limit22g

38%of daily limit

Big portion of daily saturated fat allowance.

NOVA 4

Ultra-Processed Foods

Industrial formulations with little to no whole foods, containing additives.

Processing level ≠ harm. NOVA info

Real Talk

→Reserve for rare treats, not regular consumption.
→High sodium - drink extra water and eat light the rest of the day.

Alternatives

Eat fewer, not daily – occasional treat is fine
Smaller portions – satisfy the craving without overdoing it

ELI5

Everyday Food

What is this?

Liquid or semi-liquid condiment used to add flavor.

Typical portion?

~50g. Label shows per 100g.

Per 50g portion

250 kcal, 2g sugar

Is that a lot?

2g is 8% of the WHO guideline of 25g free sugar per day. That is a small amount.

Top ingredients

Refined Soybean Oil (by weight)

Claims

Natural: May contain ingredients derived from natural sources.

Fortified: Vitamins or minerals have been added.

Additives

INS 202: Potassium sorbate, a preservative

NOVA 4

ultra-processed, factory-made with many additives

Usage

Best enjoyed as an occasional treat, not an everyday habit.

Ultra-processed means it is convenient, not necessarily unhealthy in moderation.

Disclaimer: Nutribaba provides general nutrition information for awareness only. It is not medical or dietary advice. Data sourced from product labels and relevant regulatory sources. Data may vary by batch, region, or formulation—always check actual packaging or consult a qualified professional. This assessment does not replace FSSAI labelling requirements or medical advice.