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The Healthy Binge

Ragi Crispies - Chatpata Chaat

Name: Ragi Crispies - Chatpata Chaat
Brand: The Healthy Binge

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NOVA 4baked snacklow sugarno cholesterolfortifiedhigh calciummulti-grainlactose-freepregnancy-safenut-freediabetic-safegluten-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

40 g

Pack

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Ingredients

Barcode

8908015836183

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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 11 ingredients

SaltCaution

Cleared 10▾

Jowar FlourCleared

Rice FlourCleared

CornCleared

Ragi FlourCleared

Vitamin B6Cleared

Sunflower OilCleared

Spices and CondimentsCleared

INS 101E101(i)Cleared

INS 330E330Cleared

Natural & Nature-identical flavouring substancesCleared

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.

3/10

claims fully supported

“Rich Source of Vitamin E”misleading

Extra information shows Vitamin E at 1.8 mg per 100g providing 18.68% of daily value. FSSAI requires ≥30% RDA per serving to claim 'rich source'; 18.68% does not meet this threshold.

“50% Less Fat”unverified

Total fat is 7.42g/100g. No reference product or category benchmark is stated on the label or in any of the four data sources, making it impossible to verify the 50% reduction figure.

“No Trans Fat”misleading

Nutrition data shows trans fat at 0.004g/100g (0.0016g per 40g serving). The label's own caveats acknowledge this value. While within FSSAI rounding rules for label declaration, trans fat is not literally zero.

“Indigenous Ingredients”true

Jowar (sorghum), ragi (finger millet), and rice are all traditional Indian staple crops. The manufacturer is based in Pune, India. Claim is substantiated.

“Baked Healthy Snack”true

The brand story and product description consistently state the product is fully baked, and the low saturated fat (0.73g/100g) is consistent with baking rather than frying. 'Baked' is TRUE; 'Healthy' is a subjective marketing descriptor not regulated to a specific nutrient threshold under current FSSAI rules.

“Zero Cholesterol”true

Nutrition data shows cholesterol at 0 mg. All ingredients are plant-derived. Claim is accurate.

“Zero Trans Fat”misleading

Identical to the 'No Trans Fat' claim above — 0.004g/100g of trans fat is present. Legally declarable as 0 under FSSAI rounding, but not literally zero.

“Fibre Rich”misleading

Dietary fibre is 3.42g/100g and 1.37g per 40g serving. FSSAI defines 'high fibre' as ≥6g/100g or ≥3g/serving; this product meets 'source of fibre' (≥3g/100g) but not the 'rich source' or 'high fibre' threshold.

“No Gluten (implied by Ragi base)”misleading

All base ingredients — ragi, jowar, rice, corn — are naturally gluten-free. However, the allergen statement notes the product is manufactured in a facility that processes nuts; no explicit wheat cross-contamination warning is given, but individuals with coeliac disease should note the absence of a certified gluten-free declaration.

“Good source of Iron and Calcium”misleading

Calcium is 129.6 mg/100g (~21.6% of 600 mg FSSAI RDA) — qualifies as a 'good source.' Iron is 1.4 mg/100g (~8.2% of 17 mg FSSAI adult RDA) — does not meet the FSSAI 'good source' threshold of ≥15% RDA. The claim is accurate for calcium but not for iron.

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

Baked, not fried — lower saturated fat (0.73g/100g)
Zero cholesterol confirmed by nutrition data
Good calcium content: 129.6 mg/100g (~22% RDA)
Multi-grain base (ragi, jowar, rice, corn) with dietary fibre
Fortified with Vitamin B6 and riboflavin (INS 101)
FSSAI licensed and ISO certified manufacturer

Working against

NOVA 4 ultra-processed due to nature-identical flavourings and additives
Sodium 265 mg/100g — relevant for hypertension and kidney-disease groups
Trans fat present (0.004g/100g) despite 'zero trans fat' claim
Vitamin E content (18.68% DV) does not meet FSSAI 'rich source' threshold (≥30%)
Fibre (3.42g/100g) meets 'source of' but not 'rich source' per FSSAI
Manufactured in a facility that also processes nuts — cross-contamination risk

Who should approach with care

Infants — Peppermint menthol in the nature-identical flavouring can trigger apnoea and respiratory distress in infants; additionally, unprocessed ragi anti-nutritional factors, rice-flour inorganic arsenic, and jowar's low lysine all pose compounded risk for this age group.

Children — Elevated sodium (265 mg/100g), menthol sensitivity, inorganic arsenic from rice flour, lysine limitations from jowar, and process contaminants (GE, 3-MCPD) from refined sunflower oil collectively warrant moderated intake and dietary variety for young children.

Pregnancy — Rice flour carries inorganic arsenic exposure concerns during fetal development, sodium contributes to gestational hypertension risk, and concentrated peppermint oil has historically been associated with uterotonic effects, though food-grade flavouring amounts are lower risk.

Lactation — EFSA's Vitamin B6 UL of 12 mg/day applies to lactating women, and pharmacological doses of pyridoxine can suppress prolactin and affect milk production; while the amount in this snack is likely small, cumulative dietary B6 should be monitored.

Hypertension — Sodium at 265 mg/100g (106 mg per serving) from added salt directly and continuously raises blood pressure, worsening hypertension and increasing stroke risk per WHO and EFSA NDA Panel assessments.

Kidney Disease — Salt-derived sodium cannot be efficiently excreted by impaired kidneys, causing fluid retention and accelerated renal decline; ragi's oxalate and phosphorus content and citric acid's urinary pH effects add further complexity requiring dietitian guidance.

Heart Disease — High sodium from added salt promotes fluid retention and raises cardiac workload, while standard sunflower oil's high omega-6 PUFA content may promote pro-inflammatory pathways relevant to cardiovascular disease.

Elderly — Declining renal sodium excretion capacity with age makes the elderly disproportionately susceptible to hypertension and cardiovascular harm from this product's sodium content, per FDA guidance.

Diabetes — Rice flour and refined corn have moderately high glycaemic indices and can cause postprandial blood glucose spikes; portion size should be managed carefully by individuals with diabetes.

Thyroid Disease — Ragi flour contains goitrogenic C-glycosylflavones that may interfere with thyroid hormone synthesis, especially in iodine-deficient individuals; those with existing thyroid disorders should moderate intake and consult their physician.

Epilepsy — Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) has clinically significant interactions with anti-epileptic drugs including phenobarbital, phenytoin, and valproic acid, which can alter circulating PLP levels and affect seizure control.

Ibs — Jowar's resistant starch, ragi's high fibre, corn's fermentable carbohydrates (FODMAPs), and uncoated peppermint flavouring that relaxes the lower oesophageal sphincter may collectively exacerbate bloating, reflux, or bowel irregularity in IBS patients.

Ibd — High insoluble fibre from jowar and ragi may aggravate gut inflammation during active flares, manufactured citric acid may elicit inflammatory cascades, peppermint oil can irritate the GI mucosa, and omega-6-heavy sunflower oil may worsen inflammatory markers in IBD.

Liver Disease — Peppermint oil is hepatically metabolised, and while food-grade flavouring amounts are unlikely to be clinically significant, individuals with severe hepatic impairment should exercise caution with cumulative flavouring exposure.

Gluten Intolerance — Although all grain ingredients are naturally gluten-free, the product lacks a certified gluten-free declaration and is made in a facility that processes other items; individuals with coeliac disease should verify dedicated gluten-free status before consuming.

The full analysis

This product targets health-conscious Indian snackers looking for a guilt-free alternative to fried chips — the baked format, gluten-free grain base, and modest fat content are genuine positives. However, the presence of nature-identical flavouring substances and food additives (INS 101, INS 330) pushes it firmly into NOVA 4 ultra-processed territory, which undercuts the 'mindful snacking' positioning. Sodium is moderately elevated at 265 mg/100g (106 mg per 40g serving), and several on-pack claims — notably 'Rich Source of Vitamin E,' 'No Trans Fat,' and 'Fibre Rich' — are technically shaky against FSSAI definitions. The most useful thing to know: this is a better-than-average baked snack for most adults, but it is not as minimally processed or claim-compliant as the branding implies.

FSSAI licence

11821998000073

Manufacturer

Rise Agrovolis Pvt Ltd

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched