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Nourish You

Premium White Quinoa

Name: Premium White Quinoa
Brand: Nourish You

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NOVA 1single ingredientzero added sugarlow sodiumveganno preservativesnaturally gluten-freelactose-freepregnancy-safenut-freediabetic-safegluten-freeinfant-safe

Serving

65 g

Pack

500 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8908005459019

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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.

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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.

4/13

claims fully supported

“Saponin Free”unverified

Quinoa naturally contains saponins in its seed coat; the ingredient dossier explicitly notes that inadequate rinsing can cause GI irritation. No laboratory test certificate or saponin-removal processing documentation is present in any of the four data sources.

“Rich Source of Protein”misleading

Protein is 7.65 g per 100 g (≈ 15.3% of the 50 g FSSAI protein NRV). The FSSAI 'rich source' threshold requires ≥ 20% NRV per 100 g for solids. This product falls short, though it is protein-richer than most common grains.

“Rich Source of Dietary Fibre”misleading

Dietary fibre is 3.6 g per 100 g. FSSAI requires ≥ 6 g per 100 g for a 'rich source' claim on solid foods. The product qualifies only as a 'source of' fibre (≥ 3 g/100 g), not a 'rich source'.

“Rich Source of Iron”misleading

The label states 16% Daily Value per 65 g serving, equivalent to approximately 24.6% DV per 100 g. While this approaches the 20% NRV threshold on a per-100 g basis, the per-serving figure of 16% does not meet the standard for a 'rich source' claim under typical FSSAI serving-based evaluation.

“Rich Source of Calcium”false

The label states only 2% Daily Value per serving for calcium — far below any 'rich source' threshold under any regulatory framework.

“Raw Vegan”true

The product is an uncooked plant-based grain seed with confirmed vegan status (EXTRA INFORMATION: vegetarianStatus = vegan). It is sold in its raw, uncooked form and contains no animal-derived ingredients.

“Gluten Free”misleading

Quinoa is naturally gluten-free, but the ingredient dossier warns of frequent cross-contamination with wheat, barley, or rye during commercial harvesting and processing. No certified gluten-free processing certification is present in the data.

“Naturally Gluten Free”true

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa) does not contain gluten-forming proteins and is botanically unrelated to wheat, barley, or rye. This claim accurately describes the inherent nature of the grain.

“Full of Fibre”misleading

Dietary fibre is 3.6 g per 100 g. While this qualifies as a 'source of fibre' under FSSAI (≥ 3 g/100 g), the phrase 'full of fibre' implies a high-fibre product (FSSAI: ≥ 6 g/100 g), which this product does not meet.

“Source of Protein”true

At 7.65 g protein per 100 g (15.3% of the 50 g FSSAI NRV), the product comfortably exceeds the FSSAI 'source of protein' threshold of ≥ 10% NRV per 100 g.

“Calcium & Iron”true

Both minerals are present: calcium at 2% DV per serving and iron at 16% DV per serving per the label's micronutrient panel. The claim merely asserts presence, which is confirmed.

“A superfood meal for a healthy day!”unverified

A brand slogan / marketing opinion. No regulatory or scientific definition of 'superfood' exists; no clinical outcome data is provided.

“Premium White”unverified

Describes the variety (white quinoa) and a quality tier ('premium'), but no third-party grading standard or quality certification is present in any data source to substantiate 'premium'.

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

Single ingredient — 100% quinoa, zero additives
Complete protein containing all nine essential amino acids
Zero added sugar and zero naturally occurring sugar
Exceptionally low sodium at 8 mg per 100 g
Zero saturated fat and zero trans fat
Certified vegan; suitable for plant-based diets
Good source of dietary fibre (3.6 g per 100 g)

Working against

'Saponin Free' claim unverified; quinoa inherently contains saponins
'Rich Source of Protein' overstated — 7.65 g/100 g is below FSSAI 20% NRV threshold
'Rich Source of Dietary Fibre' overstated — 3.6 g/100 g is below FSSAI 6 g/100 g threshold
'Rich Source of Calcium' false — only 2% DV per serving
No certified gluten-free processing despite front-of-pack 'Gluten Free' claim
Moderate oxalates may concern individuals prone to kidney stones

Who should approach with care

Gluten Intolerance — Quinoa is naturally gluten-free, but commercial products are frequently cross-contaminated with wheat, barley, or rye during harvesting and processing; individuals with celiac disease should consume only certified gluten-free quinoa, and this product carries no such certification.

Kidney Disease — Quinoa contains moderate levels of oxalates and phosphorus, which can worsen calcium oxalate kidney stone formation and elevate phosphorus load in individuals with chronic kidney disease.

Ibs — Quinoa's dietary fibre and residual saponins (if inadequately rinsed) may exacerbate bloating, cramping, and diarrhea in individuals with irritable bowel syndrome.

Infants — Isolated quinoa proteins for use in infant formula are not yet authorized in the EU and EFSA safety evaluation is pending; parents should seek medical guidance before introducing quinoa-derived products to infants under 12 months.

Gout — Quinoa contains purines that, while lower than animal protein sources, may still contribute to elevated uric acid levels; individuals with gout should moderate intake and monitor their response.

The full analysis

Health-conscious shoppers, vegetarians, and athletes looking for a high-nutrient grain alternative typically buy this product. The single-ingredient composition is as clean as packaged food gets: no preservatives, no added sugar, no sodium, and no artificial anything. The main flags are on the label side rather than in the product itself — several 'rich source' nutrition claims (protein, fibre, calcium) do not hold up against FSSAI thresholds, the 'Saponin Free' claim is unverified and potentially misleading given quinoa's inherent saponin content, and no certified gluten-free status is present despite the bold 'Gluten Free' front-of-pack claim. The single most useful takeaway: the product itself is excellent, but read past the marketing copy.

FSSAI licence

13615010000200

Manufacturer

Kilaru Naturals Private Limited

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched