Is Light Mayo Worse Than Regular Mayo? Separating Fact from Flavor
                                
                                
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                                Light mayonnaise typically contains 35-50 calories per tablespoon, a significant reduction from the 90-100 calories found in regular mayo. This calorie-saving swap, however, comes with a trade-off, prompting the question: is light mayo worse than regular mayo when you consider the full picture of ingredients and processing?