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Go Desi

Dry Fruit Chikki

Name: Dry Fruit Chikki
Brand: Go Desi

Use in moderation Not on SafeShelf

NOVA 4high sugarno artificial coloursno artificial flavoursultra-processedtree nut allergentraditional Indian sweetpregnancy-safegluten-freelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

30 g

Pack

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Ingredients

Barcode

8906108894072

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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 · 3 ingredients shown

Caution3 of 7 ingredients

JaggeryCaution

CashewCaution

Liquid GlucoseCaution

Cleared 4▾

AlmondsCleared

Black raisinsCleared

CranberryCleared

Sunflower seedsCleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

0/4

claims fully supported

“Premium dry fruits”unverified

The product does contain named dry fruits — cashew (22%), almonds (18%), black raisins, cranberry, and sunflower seeds — but 'premium' is a subjective commercial descriptor with no regulatory definition or third-party certification to verify it here.

“Healthy & crunchy snack”misleading

Over 57g per 100g is sugar (of which ~54g is added sugar), placing this product firmly in high-sugar confectionery territory. While it contains nutritious nuts, the dominant sugar load makes a blanket 'healthy' claim misleading for most consumers.

“Post-workout partner”misleading

A 30g serving delivers only ~2.4g protein and ~17g sugar. Post-workout nutrition typically prioritises higher protein (≥15–20g per serving) for muscle repair; the high simple-sugar content may assist rapid glycogen replenishment but the protein contribution is negligible for recovery purposes.

“Travel Friendly”unverified

This is a packaging and convenience claim. The product is a solid, individually portioned chikki bar in a sealed pack — plausibly travel-friendly — but no packaging specification data is available in any of the four sources to confirm or deny it definitively.

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

Zero trans fat declared
Low sodium at 71.5 mg per 100g
Contains protein- and fat-rich cashews (22%) and almonds (18%)
Provides 3.19g dietary fibre per 100g
No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives listed
Contains polyphenol-rich cranberries and black raisins

Working against

Extremely high total sugar: 57.7g per 100g
Very high added sugar: 53.87g per 100g (~32% RDA per 30g serving)
Contains liquid glucose (glucose syrup) — ultra-processed sweetener
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) despite natural-sounding branding
Declared tree-nut allergen — cashew and almond
High calorie density at ~455 kcal per 100g

Who should approach with care

Diabetes — Both jaggery and liquid glucose are high-glycaemic sugars that cause rapid postprandial blood glucose spikes; combined added sugar of ~54g per 100g makes this product inappropriate for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Infants — Liquid glucose is not recommended for infants under 12 months; jaggery may contain SO2 residues; whole cashews, almonds, and raisins are choking hazards; and the dense sugar load is inappropriate for developing metabolic systems.

Nut Allergy — Cashew and almond are both declared major tree-nut allergens capable of causing anaphylaxis in sensitised individuals; the label itself states 'Contains Nuts (Cashew & Almonds)'.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Jaggery is commonly manufactured using sulfur dioxide (SO2) as a juice clarificant; sulfite residues may trigger reactions in sulfite-sensitive or sulfite-asthma individuals.

Heart Disease — High intake of added sugars from jaggery and liquid glucose is linked to adverse blood-lipid profiles and elevated cardiovascular risk; individuals on anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) should also note cranberry's potential to potentiate anticoagulant effects.

Children — EFSA and WHO flag high free-sugar intake in children as a driver of dental caries and excess weight gain; cashew and almond also pose choking and allergen-introduction risks in young children.

Kidney Disease — Cashews, almonds, black raisins, and cranberries collectively contribute significant oxalates and potassium, both of which must be restricted in individuals with chronic kidney disease or a history of nephrolithiasis.

Ibs — Jaggery, liquid glucose, black raisins, and cranberry products all contain high osmotic sugars and FODMAPs (excess fructose, sorbitol) that can trigger bloating, cramping, and altered bowel habits in people with IBS.

Ibd — The high fibre and FODMAP load from raisins and cranberries may aggravate gastrointestinal symptoms during active flares of Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.

Gout — The fructose component of sucrose in jaggery, liquid glucose, and black raisins can elevate serum uric acid synthesis and may trigger or worsen gout flares in predisposed individuals.

The full analysis

Go Desi Dry Fruit Chikki appeals to health-conscious urban Indian consumers looking for a 'desi' alternative to chocolate bars or Western snack foods, and to traditionalists seeking a nostalgia-driven treat. On the surface the ingredient list looks respectable — real cashews, almonds, raisins, and cranberries — but the product is anchored by jaggery and liquid glucose (glucose syrup), together delivering over 53g of added sugar per 100g and pushing the product squarely into ultra-processed territory. The most important thing a curious consumer should know is that despite its wholesome dry-fruit branding, nearly 57% of this product by weight is sugar, making portion discipline essential for anyone concerned about metabolic health.

FSSAI licence

11221332000786

Manufacturer

A. GODESI MANDI PRIVATE LIMITED / B. CONCOCT FOODS LLP

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched