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THIS INFORMATION IS INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY - PLEASE CHECK THE FOOD LABEL FOR THE BRAND YOU BUY AS IT MAY BE DIFFERENT TO WHAT IS LISTED BELOW.

We have included the carbohydrate content to help people living with CF Diabetes.

MILK AND DAIRY-FREE DRINKS

A glass of milk is a quick and easy option to take with your modulator - it's also a great source of calcium
Food item Amount (g/ml) FAT (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
Whole milk (blue top) 250 9 165 12
Gold top (Jersey) milk 200 10 160 10
Lactofree Whole milk 250 9 140 7
Oat drink (Oatley whole/barista edition) 250 7.5 150 18
Oat drink (Alpro original/Tesco oat drink) 500* 7.5 225-235 32-38
Soya drinks (various brands) 500* 8-10 160-210 Varies
Semi-skimmed milk 500* 9 250 24
Fresh double cream 20 10 93 0
Lactofree cream 25 9 87 1
Soya/Oat cream 70 9-10 100 1-4

NOTE: Skimmed cow's milk is very low in fat (1.7g in 1 pint). The fat content of dairy-free drinks varies considerably - please check the label or ask your dietitian if you're unsure.

TIP: Milk & cream shots could be flavoured with milkshake powder or syrup (this will increase the calorie and carbohydrate content unless using a sugar-free version)
* Please note the large volume required (almost 1 pint)

 

DAIRY PRODUCTS AND DAIRY-FREE ALTERNATIVES

The fat content of yogurts varies greatly - please ensure you have checked the label. Avoid 'low fat' or 'light' yogurts or add nuts/seeds to them to increase the fat content. Soya yogurts and some coconut yogurts are also low in fat. 
Food item Amount (g/ml) FAT (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
Cheddar cheese (matchbox size) 30 10 125 0
2 x Babybel cheeses 2 x 20 9 120 0
1 x Cathedral city mini cheese portion 20 7 83 0
Lactofree cheddar cheese 30 10 125 0
Greek yoghurt 100 10 130 5
Natural yoghurt 250 7.5 200 20
Thick and creamy, full fat, 'finest' supermarket yoghurts or Oykos greek style yoghurts 110-150 8-13 140-170 13-22
Dairy-free natural coconut yoghurt (coconut collab) 100 10 125 7-11

 

BREAKFAST CEREAL

Breakfast cereals are generally high in carbohydrate and low in fat but granola with added nuts, seeds or coconut will contain more fat. Remember to check the label for the fat content, check your portion size and include the fat contained in your milk if applicable.
Food item Amount (g/ml) Fat (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
Nutty granola e.g. Supermarket 'finest', Jordans, Deliciously Ella, Kellogs, Bio & me, Dorset cereal 45-60 8-9 210-230 22-30

 

CEREAL BARS

Choose cereal bars that contain nuts, seeds, coconut or dark chocolate as they will be higher in fat
Food item Amount (g/ml) Fat (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate
Suitable cereal bars include: Eat natural, Nature valley, Trek falpjacks, Sesame snaps, 9 bar, Meridian, Cofresh, Deliciously ella, KIND 1 bar 8-16 Variable Variable
Energy balls e.g. Bounce, Deliciously ella 40 Between 7-8 170 17

THIS INFORMATION IS INTENDED AS A GUIDE ONLY - PLEASE CHECK THE FOOD LABEL FOR THE BRAND YOU BUY AS IT MAY BE DIFFERENT TO WHAT IS LISTED BELOW.

We have included the carbohydrate content to help people living with CF Diabetes.

TOPPINGS, SPREADS, DIPS, OILS

Try these options as toppings on bread, toast, crackers, pitta, veggie sticks or fruit
Food item Amount (g) Fat (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
Peanut/almond/cashew butter (1 tablespoon) 15 7.5-9 100 2
Avocado (~1/3 of a large avocado) 50 10 100 1
Butter (1 tablespoon) 15 12 112 0
Margarine (1 tablespoon) - NOT light 15 12 112 0
Olive-based spread (1 tablespoon) 15 9 85 0
Oils - olive, vegetable, rapeseed )1 tablespoon) 12 12 108 0
Houmous (1/4 pot) 50 10 100 6
Mayonnaise - NOT light ( 1 tablespoon) 15 11 105 0
Thousand island dressing (2 tablespoon) 28 9 90 4
Pesto (2 tablespoons) 30 14 150 1
Chocolate nut spread (2 tablespoons) 34 11 187 21

 

NUTS AND SEEDS

 Nuts or seeds can be added to porridge, yogurt, cereal, salads or stirfries
Food items Amount (g/ml) Fat (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
cashew nuts (2 tablespoons) 20 10 120 4
Brazil nuts (1.5 tablespoons) 15 10 100 0
Almonds (2 tablespoons) 20 10 120 2
Roasted peanuts (2 tablespoons) 20 10 120 2
Pumpkin seeds (2 tablespoons) 20 9 120 4
Flaxseeds/Linseeds (2 heaped tablespoons) 25 10 125 4.5
Banana chips 30 9 100 4

 

SAVOURY OPTIONS

Try to vary your food choices as some options are high in salt* or saturated fat** 
Food items Amount (g/ml) Fat (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
Salmon fillet x 1 typical fillet (cooked) 90 10-13 190-215 0
Smoked mackerel fillet (1/2 typical fillet)*  40 10 120 0
Boiled eggs x2 120 12 176 0
Scrambled eggs x1 (made with milk) 70 8 109 1
Sausage roll** 60 12 189 15
Quorn sausage roll** 130 12 293 28
Slice of quiche (approx. 1/8th) 60 10 155 9
Cocktail sausages x6**   9 135 7
Mini scotch eggs x3   9 150 10
Cheddar cheese biscuits (large) x8* 30 10 160 14
Crisps (NOT baked) small packet* 25 8 130 13
Pringles (1/6th tub)* 30 10 154 15

 

SWEET SNACKS

Sugary snacks can be a quick option when you're in a hurry, though it's best to limit these where possible
Food item Amount (g/ml) Fat (g) Calories (Kcal) Carbohydrate (g)
Milk chocolate (6 chunks from large bar) 30 10 170 19
Dar chocolate 70% cocoa e.g. 2 large squares  20 8 115 7
Milk chocolate digestive biscuits x2   8 165 20
Plain chocolate digestive biscuits x2   9 176 20
Chocolate oat biscuits x2   9 184 22
Shortbread fingers x2   10 186 21
Mini muffins x2   10 194 22
Croissant (full size) 51 10 190 22
Bakewell tart or small fruit pie   8 220 33

 

Contact us

If you have any queries relating to this information, please contact the Dietetics service.

About this information

Service:
Dietetics

Reference:
DT/012

Approval date:
1 April 2026

Review date:
1 April 2029

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