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Nourish You

Quinoa+ Brown Rice Mix

Name: Quinoa+ Brown Rice Mix
Brand: Nourish You

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Serving

50 g

Pack

500 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8908005439033

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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 · 1 ingredient shown

Caution1 of 2 ingredients

Brown RiceCaution

Cleared 1▾

QuinoaCleared

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.

7/11

claims fully supported

“A superfood meal for a healthy day!”unverified

A nutritious two-ingredient whole-grain blend, but 'superfood meal' is a broad marketing phrase with no regulated definition or clinical backing provided.

“Rich Source of Protein”true

Protein is 11.16 g per 100 g, which equals ~22.3% of the FSSAI-referenced adult RDA of 50 g/day per 100 g serving, meeting the FSSAI threshold for a 'rich source' claim.

“Rich Source of Dietary Fibre”true

Dietary fibre is 10.24 g per 100 g, well above the FSSAI 'rich source' threshold of 6 g per 100 g for fibre.

“Rich Source of Iron”true

Iron is listed as 2.61 mg per 50 g serving, equating to approximately 5.22 mg per 100 g. The FSSAI RDA for iron is ~17 mg/day; 5.22 mg per 100 g represents ~30.7% of RDA, satisfying the 'rich source' threshold of ≥20% per 100 g.

“Rich Source of Calcium”false

Calcium is listed as 0.024 mg per 50 g serving, equating to approximately 0.048 mg per 100 g — effectively zero versus the FSSAI RDA of ~600 mg/day. This is not remotely a 'rich source' of calcium.

“Raw Vegan”misleading

The product is certified vegan and the label carries a 'Raw Vegan Gluten Free' certification, but the product explicitly requires thorough cooking (pressure cooker or stovetop boiling) before consumption, which is inconsistent with a 'raw' food designation for consumers.

“Gluten Free”true

Brown rice and quinoa are inherently gluten-free grains, and the certification 'Raw Vegan Gluten Free' appears on the label. The FSSAI licence is present. However, quinoa can be cross-contaminated in shared facilities; the label does not specify dedicated gluten-free processing.

“Rich in Protein”true

Identical to the 'Rich Source of Protein' claim above; 11.16 g per 100 g meets FSSAI thresholds.

“Full of Fibre”true

10.24 g dietary fibre per 100 g — among the highest for grain mixes. This claim is well supported.

“Powerhouse for Vitamins & Minerals”misleading

Vitamin A is 0 mg and Vitamin C is 0 mg per serving. Calcium is near-zero. Iron is a genuine positive (~5.2 mg/100 g). The vitamin profile does not support the word 'powerhouse'; minerals are partial at best.

“Product of India”true

Manufacturer is Kilaru Naturals Private Limited, located in Telangana, India. Country of manufacture is confirmed as India.

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

Only two whole-food ingredients — brown rice and quinoa
Very high dietary fibre at 10.24 g per 100 g
No artificial additives, preservatives, or colours
Zero trans fat and negligible sugar (0.1 g/100 g)
Naturally vegan and gluten-free
Good iron content at ~5.2 mg per 100 g

Working against

Calcium content is near-zero despite a 'Rich Source of Calcium' claim
Brown rice accumulates inorganic arsenic; a concern for daily heavy consumers
Quinoa may be cross-contaminated with gluten during processing
High carbohydrate density (67.5 g/100 g); portion care needed for diabetics
Vitamin A and Vitamin C are both effectively zero

Who should approach with care

Infants — Brown rice accumulates inorganic arsenic, and infants receive disproportionately high arsenic exposure relative to body weight; additionally, EFSA's safety evaluation of quinoa proteins in infant formula is still pending.

Children — Children consume more food relative to body weight than adults and are particularly susceptible to adverse neurodevelopmental effects of inorganic arsenic present in brown rice; dietary variety is recommended.

Pregnancy — Arsenic exposure during pregnancy has been linked to DNA damage in offspring and impaired neurodevelopment; pregnant women are advised by the FDA to consume a variety of grains rather than relying heavily on rice.

Diabetes — High carbohydrate density (67.5 g/100 g) and the rice fraction's moderate-to-high glycaemic load can complicate blood glucose management; portion control and pairing with protein and fibre are advised.

Kidney Disease — Both brown rice (phosphorus, potassium) and quinoa (oxalates, phosphorus) can elevate mineral load, which is problematic for individuals with chronic kidney disease requiring restriction of these nutrients.

Gluten Intolerance — Quinoa and brown rice are naturally gluten-free, but commercial products can be cross-contaminated with wheat, barley, or rye during harvesting and processing; individuals with celiac disease should verify dedicated gluten-free facility certification.

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

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

Nourish You's Quinoa+ Brown Rice Mix is a straightforward whole-grain product aimed at health-conscious Indian consumers looking for a nutritious rice alternative. With only two ingredients, it is minimally processed and free from additives, artificial flavours, colours, and preservatives. The high dietary fibre (10.24 g/100 g) is a genuine standout, and the protein content is respectable for a grain product. The most important caveat for everyday consumers: the 'Rich Source of Calcium' claim is essentially false given the near-zero calcium values in the nutrition data, and the 'Raw Vegan' certification is confusing for a product that explicitly requires thorough cooking — prospective buyers should evaluate it as a nutritious whole-grain staple rather than a complete micronutrient powerhouse.

FSSAI licence

13615010000200

Manufacturer

Kilaru Naturals Private Limited

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched