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Alpino

Protein Rich Super Muesli Fruit & Nut

Name: Protein Rich Super Muesli Fruit & Nut
Brand: Alpino

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4high proteinhigh fiberreal nuts and fruitsadded sugar presentno artificial coloursultra-processedpregnancy-safelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

40 g

Pack

750 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 · 3 ingredients shown

Caution3 of 14 ingredients

Wheat FlakesCaution

Corn FlakesCaution

SugarCaution

Cleared 11▾

Multi-grain FlakesCleared

Rolled BarleyCleared

Rolled Peanut Butter OatsCleared

Dried PapayaCleared

Dried AppleCleared

RaisinsCleared

AlmondsCleared

Malt ExtractCleared

Iodized SaltCleared

WaterCleared

Antioxidant (Tocopherol)Cleared

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.

4/7

claims fully supported

“Protein Rich”true

Nutrition data confirms 16 g protein per 100 g, which is genuinely elevated relative to conventional mueslis and breakfast cereals.

“16% Protein”true

Nutrition panel shows 16 g protein per 100 g, i.e., exactly 16% by weight. Label RDA callout of 11.85% per 40 g serving is also arithmetically consistent.

“9% Dietary Fibre”true

Nutrition panel confirms 9 g dietary fibre per 100 g, i.e., 9% by weight.

“63% Chocolate Oats & Wholegrains”misleading

The ingredient list contains no chocolate whatsoever — no cocoa, cacao, chocolate powder or chocolate coating is declared. Grain ingredients (wheat flakes 26.68%, multigrain flakes 14.13%, barley 8.75%, peanut butter oats 8.75%, corn flakes 11.80%) total ~70%, but the 'chocolate' label element is entirely unsupported by the ingredient declaration.

“15% Real Nuts & Dry Fruits”misleading

Declared ingredient percentages sum to: almonds 5.34% + dried papaya 7.47% + dried apple 6.40% + raisins 3.20% = approximately 22.4%, which substantially exceeds the stated 15%. The claim likely represents a minimum or differs due to processing-weight calculation, but the gap is large enough to mislead consumers into underestimating the fruit and nut content.

“Super Muesli”unverified

A marketing descriptor with no regulatory definition under FSSAI; cannot be objectively verified.

“Breakfast Cereal”true

The product is a ready-to-eat grain-based muesli, correctly categorised as a breakfast cereal under FSSAI food product standards.

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

Genuine 16 g protein per 100 g — high for a breakfast cereal
9 g dietary fibre per 100 g supports gut health
Contains whole grains: barley, oats, wheat, multigrain flakes
Real nuts and dried fruits present (almonds, raisins, apple, papaya)
No artificial colours or synthetic sweeteners detected
Tocopherol used as antioxidant — no synthetic preservatives

Working against

10 g added sugar per 100 g; total sugars 13 g/100 g
Malt extract adds additional hidden maltose and glycaemic load
Sodium 307 mg/100 g — moderately high for a breakfast cereal
NOVA 4 ultra-processed due to additive and flavouring ingredients
High-GI corn flakes included alongside wholegrain components
Multiple major allergens: wheat/gluten, peanuts, tree nuts (almonds)
Not suitable for gluten-intolerant or coeliac consumers

Who should approach with care

Gluten Intolerance — Wheat flakes, multigrain flakes, barley, peanut butter oats, and malt extract all contain gluten or gluten-related proteins; this product is categorically unsafe for individuals with coeliac disease or non-coeliac gluten sensitivity.

Nut Allergy — Almonds (tree nut) and peanut butter oats (peanut) are both major IgE-mediated allergens capable of triggering anaphylaxis in sensitised individuals; the product contains both.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Commercially dried papaya and golden raisins are commonly treated with sulphur dioxide (SO₂) as a preservative, which can trigger bronchospasm or anaphylaxis in sulphite-sensitive individuals.

Diabetes — 10 g added sugar per 100 g, high-maltose malt extract, high-GI corn flakes, and concentrated natural sugars from raisins and dried fruits collectively create a significant glycaemic load requiring portion control and monitoring.

Hypertension — Sodium at 307 mg/100 g (contributing 6.15% RDA per 40 g serving) from iodized salt, combined with excess sugar, warrants monitoring by individuals managing blood pressure.

Heart Disease — High sodium, high-GI corn flakes, and added sugar collectively carry cardiometabolic risk signals relevant to individuals with existing cardiovascular disease.

Kidney Disease — Almonds and multigrain flakes are relatively high in phosphorus, potassium, and oxalates, and sodium from iodized salt requires restriction in chronic kidney disease patients.

Infants — Multiple ingredients pose hazards for infants: peanuts and almonds are choking hazards and major allergens requiring medical guidance for introduction; added sugar and malt extract are inappropriate for early infancy.

Ibs — Wheat, barley, oats, raisins, dried apple, and malt extract are all high-FODMAP ingredients that can exacerbate bloating, cramping, and altered bowel habits in IBS patients.

Ibd — High insoluble fibre from multiple grain and fruit ingredients, plus barley-derived malt extract, may worsen gastrointestinal symptoms during active inflammatory bowel disease flares.

Pregnancy — Commercially dried papaya may contain latex-derived papain with reported uterotonic properties; moderate consumption of fully ripe dried papaya is generally considered acceptable but caution is advised.

Thyroid Disease — Iodized salt contributes to dietary iodine load; individuals with hyperthyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis should seek physician guidance on total daily iodine intake from all food sources.

Children — 10 g added sugar per 100 g and high-GI corn flakes may contribute to excess sugar intake and blood glucose fluctuations in children; whole-grain lower-GI cereals are preferred by paediatric nutrition guidelines.

The full analysis

This product is aimed at health-conscious Indian breakfast eaters seeking a higher-protein cereal alternative. With 16 g protein and 9 g fibre per 100 g it genuinely outperforms most conventional mueslis, and the whole-grain base (barley, oats, wheat) brings real nutritional value. However, the product carries 10 g of added sugar per 100 g alongside malt extract—both hidden sugar sources—pushing total sugars to 13 g/100 g, and sodium sits at a notable 307 mg/100 g. The presence of tocopherol as an additive and malt extract as a flavouring agent classifies it as NOVA 4 ultra-processed. It is unsuitable for anyone with gluten intolerance or nut/peanut allergy, and the 'Chocolate Oats & Wholegrains' front-of-pack callout is misleading since no chocolate ingredient appears anywhere on the label. The single most useful takeaway: strong protein and fibre numbers are real, but watch the added sugar and hidden sodium, and ignore the 'chocolate' callout entirely.

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