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Amul

Almondo Chocolate Coated Almonds

Name: Almondo Chocolate Coated Almonds
Brand: Amul

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4high added sugarultra-processedartificial flavourscontains preservativehigh saturated fatlactose-freegluten-freepregnancy-safeenjoy in moderation

Serving

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Pack

200 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8901262071611

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 2 ingredients shown

Caution2 of 8 ingredients

SugarCaution

Permitted Emulsifiers (E322, E476)Caution

Cleared 6▾

Almonds (37%)Cleared

Cocoa ButterCleared

Milk SolidsCleared

Cocoa SolidsCleared

Glazing Agent (E414, E300, E200)Cleared

Stabilizer (E414)Cleared

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Real almonds at 37% provide protein and monounsaturated fats
Zero trans fat declared on label
Protein content of 12.8g per 100g is reasonable for a confection
Ascorbic acid (E300) serves a dual role as antioxidant and vitamin C
FSSAI licensed; manufactured by established Indian dairy co-operative
Vegetarian certified (green dot)

Working against

Very high added sugar: 30.8g per 100g (>74% of carbohydrates)
High saturated fat: 11.2g per 100g
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) with multiple food additives
Contains artificial flavouring substances (vanilla, cocoa, condensed milk)
Contains preservative sorbic acid (E200)
Energy-dense at 560 kcal per 100g
Contains soy lecithin — allergen risk for soy-sensitive individuals

Who should approach with care

Nut Allergy — Almonds are a globally recognised priority tree nut allergen (FAO/WHO 2022); ingestion by sensitised individuals can trigger reactions ranging from urticaria to life-threatening anaphylaxis.

Diabetes — With 30.8g of added sugar per 100g, this product will cause sharp postprandial blood glucose spikes that are particularly hazardous for individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and impaired insulin regulation.

Infants — The product is inappropriate for infants due to the combination of theobromine and caffeine in cocoa solids (contraindicated by FSSAI and FDA infant food regulations), whole almond choking risk, and the presence of soy lecithin for which EFSA has outstanding neurodevelopmental safety data gaps in infants below 16 weeks.

Children — High added sugar (30.8g/100g) raises dental caries risk per WHO free-sugar guidance, cocoa solids contribute to dietary cadmium exposure approaching EFSA's PTWI in regular child consumers, and theobromine/caffeine content warrants intake restriction in young children.

Pregnancy — Cocoa solids contribute caffeine and theobromine that cross the placenta and are associated with fetal growth restriction at high intakes; PGPR (E476) also has unresolved reproductive toxicity data noted by EFSA, warranting moderation.

Heart Disease — The combination of high added sugar (30.8g/100g) raising triglycerides and palmitic acid from cocoa butter raising LDL cholesterol poses meaningful cardiovascular risk; cocoa solids' theobromine and caffeine may also affect cardiac rate and rhythm in individuals with pre-existing arrhythmias.

Hypertension — High sugar and saturated fat (cocoa butter) intake are both independently associated with elevated blood pressure and endothelial dysfunction, warranting intake restriction in individuals with existing hypertension.

Kidney Disease — Almonds are high in oxalates and phosphorus; milk solids contribute phosphorus and potassium; excess sugar worsens metabolic risk factors for CKD progression; and supplemental-level ascorbic acid can increase urinary oxalate — together making this product inadvisable for those with chronic kidney disease.

Lactose Intolerance — Milk solids contain lactose and may cause bloating, diarrhoea, and abdominal cramps in individuals with lactose intolerance.

Ibs — High sucrose content can exacerbate fermentation and bloating in sucrase-isomaltase-deficient individuals; caffeine and theobromine in cocoa solids stimulate intestinal motility; and high-dose acacia gum (E414) promotes colonic gas production — all of which may worsen IBS symptoms.

Ibd — The high fat content (cocoa butter) may exacerbate fat malabsorption in active inflammatory bowel disease, and acacia gum's colonic fermentation can aggravate gastrointestinal symptoms.

Migraine — Cocoa solids contain phenylethylamine, theobromine, and other bioactive amines widely cited as dietary migraine triggers.

Phenylketonuria — Milk solids contain phenylalanine-rich casein and whey proteins; individuals with phenylketonuria must carefully account for the phenylalanine contribution within their strictly controlled low-phenylalanine diet.

G6pd Deficiency — Ascorbic acid (E300) at high doses can trigger oxidative haemolysis in individuals with G6PD deficiency; while food-level quantities are generally tolerated, habitual consumption should be discussed with a physician.

Gout — High supplemental or habitual vitamin C (E300) intake can paradoxically promote uric acid retention in some individuals, warranting monitoring in those with gout.

Other — Individuals with confirmed soy allergy should avoid this product as soy lecithin (E322) can contain residual soy proteins sufficient to trigger allergic reactions; those with cow's milk protein allergy must also avoid it due to milk solids containing casein and whey.

The full analysis

Amul Almondo appeals to consumers seeking a premium nut-based chocolate snack with the Amul brand's co-operative dairy heritage behind it. While the 37% almond base does contribute meaningful protein (12.8g/100g) and unsaturated fats, the product is substantially undermined by 30.8g of added sugar per 100g — nearly three-quarters of all carbohydrates — along with 11.2g of saturated fat, multiple emulsifiers (soy lecithin E322, PGPR E476), a preservative (sorbic acid E200), and declared artificial flavouring substances (vanilla, cocoa, condensed milk), which collectively push it firmly into the NOVA 4 ultra-processed category. The single most useful thing to know before buying: the appealing almond imagery notwithstanding, this is a high-sugar, high-calorie confection that should be treated as an occasional treat rather than a nutritious nut snack.

FSSAI licence

10014021001810

Manufacturer

Kaira District Co-operative Milk Producers' Union Ltd.

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched