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Alpino

Protein Rich Super Muesli Strawberry & Nuts

Name: Protein Rich Super Muesli Strawberry & Nuts
Brand: Alpino

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4high fiberno artificial coloursno artificial sweetenersmultigraincontains added sugarpregnancy-safeinfant-safelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

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Pack

1000 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 · 4 ingredients shown

Caution4 of 7 ingredients

Multi Grain Mix (Corn Flakes, Wheat Flakes, Rolled Oats, Rice Flakes)Caution

Texturised Soya ProteinCaution

SugarCaution

Alpino Peanut Butter OatsCaution

Cleared 3▾

Dry Fruit and Nuts (Almond Slice, Rasins, Dried Papaya)Cleared

Strawberry PulpCleared

Vitamin EE307Cleared

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.

6/7

claims fully supported

“Protein Rich”true

Protein is 13 g per 100 g (~15.3% of energy), above the general cereal average and meaningfully elevated by 8% texturised soya protein; FSSAI does not define a precise threshold for 'protein rich' labelling, but 13 g/100 g is a substantive amount.

“13% Protein”true

Nutrition panel confirms 13 g protein per 100 g, which is exactly 13% by weight.

“66% Multigrains”true

Extra information explicitly confirms '66% Multigrains comprising Corn Flakes, Wheat Flakes, Rolled Oats, Rice Flakes', consistent with ingredient percentages.

“11% Nuts & Fruits”true

Extra information states '11% Nuts & Fruits'; ingredient list shows Dry Fruit and Nuts at 8% and Strawberry Pulp at 3%, summing to 11%.

“6% Dietary Fibre”true

Nutrition panel confirms 6 g dietary fibre per 100 g, equivalent to 6% by weight.

“Super Muesli”unverified

A brand/marketing descriptor with no regulatory definition; no standard exists against which 'Super' can be verified.

“Breakfast Cereal”true

The product is categorised as a breakfast cereal/muesli and is consumed as such; consistent with product composition and EXTRA INFORMATION categories.

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

Meaningful protein at 13 g per 100 g, boosted by 8% texturised soya protein
Decent dietary fibre at 6 g per 100 g
Zero trans fat declared
Low sodium at 50 mg per 100 g (1% RDA per serve)
No artificial colours or sweeteners identified in ingredient list
Contains Vitamin E (tocopherol) as a natural antioxidant

Working against

12 g added sugar per 100 g — contributes 9.6% of daily added-sugar RDA per serve
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) due to industrial soya protein isolate
High-GI base grains (corn flakes, rice flakes) risk rapid blood glucose spikes
Contains peanuts and tree nuts (almonds) — major allergens, undeclared allergen box in OCR data is blank
Contains wheat — major allergen; unsuitable for coeliac consumers
Rice flakes are a known dietary source of inorganic arsenic (EFSA)
No FSSAI licence number available for regulatory traceability verification

Who should approach with care

Diabetes — The product contains 12 g added sucrose per 100 g plus high-GI corn and rice flakes, causing rapid postprandial blood glucose spikes that are particularly hazardous for individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Gluten Intolerance — Wheat flakes contain gluten proteins (gliadin and glutenin) that trigger autoimmune enteropathy in coeliac disease; oats add further cross-contamination risk and avenin exposure.

Nut Allergy — Almonds and peanuts (via Alpino Peanut Butter Oats) are both major allergens capable of triggering reactions ranging from urticaria to life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitised individuals.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Commercially dried papaya and potentially raisins are commonly treated with sulphur dioxide, which can trigger bronchospasm and anaphylaxis in sulfite-sensitive individuals.

Pregnancy — Rice flakes carry inorganic arsenic exposure flagged by EFSA for pregnant women; dried papaya may contain residual papain with uterotonic properties; and concentrated soya isoflavones warrant moderation during pregnancy.

Infants — This product presents multiple concerns for infants: inorganic arsenic from rice flakes, choking hazards from almond pieces and raisins, potential allergen sensitisation from wheat, soy, peanut, and almonds, and added sugar inappropriate for this age group.

Children — High added sugar (12 g/100 g) contributes to dental caries risk and excess caloric intake; high-GI corn and rice flakes may cause blood glucose fluctuations; peanut allergy affects approximately 75% of allergic children.

Thyroid Disease — Isoflavones in texturised soya protein (8%) may impair thyroid hormone synthesis and reduce absorption of levothyroxine and other thyroid medications in hypothyroid individuals.

Kidney Disease — Almonds (high oxalates and phosphorus), strawberry puree (oxalic acid), and rice flakes (variable phosphorus) can accumulate in impaired kidney function; sucrose excess further drives cardiometabolic progression of CKD.

Hypertension — Excess sucrose intake (12 g added sugar/100 g) is linked to raised blood pressure via cardiometabolic pathways in WHO-referenced evidence; corn flakes in commercial blends may also contribute sodium.

Heart Disease — High-GI corn flakes have been shown to impair postprandial endothelial function; high added-sugar content is associated with elevated triglycerides and cardiometabolic risk.

Ibs — Multiple ingredients contain high-FODMAP compounds: wheat fructans, oat fermentable fibre, raisin fructose, strawberry polyols, and almond FODMAPs may collectively exacerbate bloating, cramping, and altered bowel habits.

Ibd — Wheat flakes may worsen symptoms in IBD patients with co-existing non-coeliac wheat sensitivity; patients should consult a dietitian before consuming this product during active disease flares.

Liver Disease — Peanuts (present via Alpino Peanut Butter Oats) are susceptible to aflatoxin B1 contamination (IARC Group 1 hepatocarcinogen), which is particularly hepatotoxic in individuals with pre-existing liver conditions.

Gout — Raisins and strawberry puree contribute natural fructose which, in excess, can promote uric acid production and potentially trigger gout flares in predisposed individuals.

The full analysis

This muesli is marketed at fitness-conscious consumers — particularly women, given the brand ambassador imagery — looking for a high-protein breakfast option. The meaningful protein contribution (13 g/100 g) driven by texturised soya protein is a genuine positive, as is the 6 g dietary fibre. However, 12 g of added sugar per 100 g (per the nutrition panel) accounts for 75% of total sugar, making the 'protein-rich' positioning somewhat undercut by a significant sugar load; a 100 g serving already delivers 9.6% of the recommended daily added-sugar allowance. The inclusion of industrial soya protein isolate and the highly processed multigrain base (corn and rice flakes both carry high glycaemic indices) push this product into NOVA 4 territory. The most useful single thing a consumer should know: the protein claim is real, but so is the added-sugar content — pair it with plain yoghurt and keep portions to 40–50 g.

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