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Nourish Organics

Omega Seed Mix

Name: Omega Seed Mix
Brand: Nourish Organics

Use in moderation On SafeShelf

NOVA 3no added sugarno trans fatomega-3 richno artificial additiveshigh fiberlactose-freepregnancy-safediabetic-safeenjoy in moderation

Serving

30 g

Pack

150 g

Ingredients

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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 4 ingredients

PeanutsCaution

Soy Sauce (Soybean, Wheat, Salt)Caution

Cleared 2▾

Seeds (Sunflower Seeds, White Sesame Seeds, Flaxseeds, Pumpkin Seeds)Cleared

BuckwheatCleared

Why it’s on SafeShelf

Reviewed and added to SafeShelf — every ingredient checked against our safety, regulatory and processing standards.

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.

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claims fully supported

“High in Omega 3”true

Extra information confirms 1.14 g Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) per 100 g and 0.34 g per 30 g serving; FSSAI threshold for omega-3 source claims is typically ≥0.3 g per serving, which this product meets.

“High in Plant Protein”misleading

Protein is 7.58 g/100 g, contributing approximately 15.4% of energy (30.3 kcal out of 197.4 kcal); FSSAI requires ≥20% of energy from protein for a 'high protein' claim. The product falls short of this threshold.

“Naturally Gluten-Free”false

The ingredient list explicitly includes Soy Sauce composed of Soybean, Wheat, and Salt (5% of product). Wheat is a gluten-containing cereal. The allergen declaration on the label also states 'This product contains seeds, soy, wheat & peanuts.' The product is not gluten-free.

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 added sugar; naturally occurring sugar only 0.93 g/100 g
Zero trans fat confirmed
Good omega-3 source: 1.14 g ALA per 100 g
No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives
High polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fat ratio; low saturated fat
Decent dietary fibre at 4.72 g per 100 g

Working against

Contains wheat (via soy sauce) — directly contradicts gluten-free claim
Four major allergens in one product: peanut, soy, wheat, sesame
Flaxseeds carry cyanogenic glycoside risk; not suitable for infants
Sodium 179 mg/100 g (from soy sauce/salt) — moderate concern for restricted diets
Peanuts susceptible to aflatoxin (IARC Group 1) if supply chain storage is poor
Protein at 15.4% of energy does not meet FSSAI threshold for 'high protein' claim

Who should approach with care

Gluten Intolerance — The product contains wheat via soy sauce and is made in a facility processing whole grains; despite the 'Naturally Gluten-Free' label claim, this product is unsuitable for celiac or gluten-intolerant individuals and could trigger immune-mediated intestinal damage.

Nut Allergy — Peanuts (10%) are a major IgE-mediated allergen capable of causing life-threatening anaphylaxis; cross-reactivity between buckwheat and peanut is also documented, compounding the risk for peanut-sensitised individuals.

Infants — Flaxseeds present a cyanogenic glycoside (HCN) toxicity risk at low body weights per EFSA's ARfD framework; the product also contains peanut, sesame, buckwheat, and wheat — all requiring careful medical-guided introduction in infants.

Children — Multiple high-priority allergens (peanut, sesame, buckwheat, wheat, soy) with documented paediatric sensitisation risks are present, and EFSA found children may exceed the acute reference dose for cyanogenic glycosides from flaxseed at the 95th percentile of exposure.

Pregnancy — Flaxseed lignans act as phytoestrogens and carry cyanogenic glycoside risk at high intake; soy isoflavones add further phytoestrogen exposure; sodium from soy sauce may exacerbate gestational hypertension risk per WHO guidance.

Thyroid Disease — Both flaxseed lignans and soy isoflavones (genistein, daidzein) may impair thyroid hormone synthesis and reduce levothyroxine absorption, requiring caution and appropriate dosing intervals in individuals with hypothyroidism.

Kidney Disease — Flaxseeds contain phytic acid and oxalates that may contribute to kidney stone formation; pumpkin seeds are high in magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium; sodium from salt further complicates fluid and mineral management in CKD patients.

Heart Disease — Sodium (179 mg/100 g from soy sauce/salt) promotes fluid retention and raises cardiac workload; WHO links excess sodium intake to approximately 1.89 million attributable deaths annually, with heart disease patients at elevated risk.

Hypertension — Sodium from soy sauce and salt directly and continuously raises blood pressure; pumpkin seed compounds have also demonstrated hypotensive drug interactions with antihypertensive agents such as felodipine.

Liver Disease — Peanuts can harbour aflatoxin B1 (IARC Group 1 hepatocarcinogen) if supply-chain storage is inadequate; this mycotoxin is particularly hepatotoxic and poses elevated risk to individuals with pre-existing liver conditions.

Ibs — Flaxseeds' high soluble and insoluble fibre can worsen bloating and cramping in IBS; soy contains galacto-oligosaccharides (FODMAPs) that may exacerbate IBS symptoms in individuals following a low-FODMAP dietary approach.

Elderly — Renal sodium-excretion capacity declines with age, making elderly individuals disproportionately susceptible to blood pressure elevation from the sodium present in soy sauce/salt, as noted by FDA.

The full analysis

This seed mix attracts health-conscious Indian consumers looking for a natural, minimally processed snack with omega-3 fats and plant protein. The product scores well on fat quality (high MUFA + PUFA, zero trans fat), very low sugar, and decent fiber, with no artificial additives of any kind. However, the marquee claim 'Naturally Gluten-Free' is outright false — the product contains wheat via soy sauce and is manufactured alongside whole grains, making it unsuitable for celiac or gluten-intolerant consumers. It also carries an unusually dense allergen load (peanut, soy, wheat, sesame all in one pack), and the presence of flaxseeds raises documented cyanogenic glycoside concerns for infants and young children. The most useful single insight for a curious consumer: do not buy this if you have celiac disease or any of the four major allergens it contains, and treat the gluten-free claim on the label as incorrect.

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