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Haldiram's

Shahi Mixture

Name: Shahi Mixture
Brand: Haldiram's

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4low sugartree nut richno artificial colourscontains trans fathigh caloriegluten-freediabetic-safelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

—

Pack

200 g

Ingredients

Barcode

8904063200211

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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 · 5 ingredients shown

Caution5 of 28 ingredients

Salt Green GramCaution

Edible OilCaution

Cashew NutsCaution

Fenugreek SeedsCaution

Red Chilli PowderCaution

Cleared 21▾

Channa DalCleared

AlmondsCleared

Corn & Pemoline GrCleared

Gram Raha NatiCleared

PistachiosCleared

Nigel SeedsCleared

LentilCleared

Coriander Oil PasteCleared

RaisinsCleared

Puffed TapiocaCleared

SpicesCleared

Urange (Mango Powder)Cleared

Black Pepper PowderCleared

Turmeric PowderE100Cleared

Baking PowderCleared

Mala RapiniCleared

Coriander PowderCleared

Ginger PowderCleared

Dehydrated OnionCleared

Iodised SaltCleared

Acidity RegulatorCleared

Unknown 2▾

Supplement SeedsUnknown

Other SpicesUnknown

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.

2/5

claims fully supported

“New Pack”unverified

Refers to updated packaging design; no nutritional or ingredient data is available to confirm or contradict a packaging change.

“Great Taste”unverified

Entirely subjective sensory claim; no objective data in any of the four sources can confirm or refute taste preference.

“Relish the Goodness of Delightful Savoury Treats”unverified

A marketing tagline with no specific, falsifiable nutritional or ingredient-based assertion; cannot be evaluated against available data.

“Authentic Indian Savoury Snack”true

The product is manufactured in India by Haldiram Snacks Pvt. Ltd. (a recognised Indian namkeen brand), FSSAI licensed, categorised as Namkeen, and formulated with traditional Indian spices and legumes. The country-of-origin and ingredient profile support this claim.

“Easy Seal to Keep the Contents Fresh”true

The rawLabelData explicitly records packagingType as 'Easy seal resealable pack', directly confirming this claim.

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

High protein content (~19.6 g per 100 g) from legumes and nuts
Very low added/total sugar (1.9 g per 100 g)
Natural colouring only — turmeric (E100) used instead of synthetic dyes
Rich in tree nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews) — source of healthy unsaturated fats
FSSAI licensed product from an established manufacturer
Resealable pack helps maintain freshness after opening

Working against

High calorie density — 537 kcal per 100 g
Elevated saturated fat (9.46 g per 100 g)
Contains trans fat (0.1 g per 100 g), even if small
Sodium content not declared on label; likely high given dual salt listing
Three ingredients ('pemoline gr', 'gram raha nati', 'supplement seeds') unresolvable — possible OCR errors
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) due to added acidity regulator and baking powder
Contains multiple major allergens: tree nuts (almonds, pistachios, cashews)

Who should approach with care

Infants — Red chilli powder (capsaicin) and iodised salt are both flagged 'avoid' for infants: capsaicin causes severe GI mucosal irritation in infants, and added salt of any kind is contraindicated due to immature renal function; the product also contains whole nuts presenting a choking hazard.

Pregnancy — Fenugreek seeds have documented uterotonic/abortifacient properties at significant doses (severity: avoid), and nigella seeds carry evidence of abortifacient effects; additionally salt, iodised salt, and ginger all warrant caution or medical consultation during pregnancy.

Hypertension — Salt (sodium chloride) appears twice in the ingredient list; excess sodium directly and continuously raises blood pressure, and WHO/EFSA both identify hypertension as the highest-risk group for dietary sodium harm.

Nut Allergy — The product contains three declared major tree-nut allergens — almonds, pistachios, and cashews — all capable of triggering anaphylaxis; the pack itself declares 'THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NUTS'.

Kidney Disease — Salt/iodised salt (avoid for renal patients), high protein and phosphorus from legumes (chana dal, lentil), oxalate-rich nuts (almonds, cashews), and potassium-rich pistachios collectively pose a significant cumulative burden on impaired kidneys.

Heart Disease — High likely sodium from dual salt listing, 9.46 g/100 g saturated fat, measurable trans fat (0.1 g/100 g), and sodium bicarbonate from baking powder all contribute to cardiovascular strain and fluid retention.

Lactation — Fenugreek seeds at higher intake may affect milk supply unpredictably and lack clinical safety data for nursing infants; iodised salt may be insufficient to meet the elevated iodine requirement of 200 µg/day during lactation.

Children — Red chilli powder can cause significant GI mucosal irritation in young children, curcumin intake from turmeric in processed foods may approach the EFSA ADI in children aged 1–10, and whole nuts present a choking risk.

Elderly — Declining renal sodium-excretion capacity makes the elderly disproportionately vulnerable to blood pressure elevation from the high probable sodium load in this snack.

Diabetes — Puffed tapioca is a high-GI ingredient that can spike postprandial blood glucose; raisins contribute concentrated fructose/glucose; nigella seeds and fenugreek may interact with antidiabetic medications causing additive hypoglycaemia.

Thyroid Disease — Iodised salt can precipitate iodine-induced thyrotoxicosis or worsen autoimmune thyroid conditions such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis; rapini contains goitrogenic glucosinolates that may further interfere with thyroid hormone synthesis.

Ibs — Multiple high-FODMAP ingredients are present — moong dal, chana dal, lentil, pistachios, dehydrated onion, fenugreek, and raisins — which can collectively provoke bloating, cramping, and altered bowel habits in IBS patients.

Ibd — High insoluble fibre and oligosaccharide content from multiple legumes, chilli powder, and black pepper may aggravate mucosal inflammation during active Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis flares.

Gout — Moderate purine loads from moong dal, chana dal, lentil, and raisins (fructose-driven uric acid production) may collectively elevate serum uric acid in individuals with hyperuricaemia or gout.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Commercially dehydrated onion and golden/bleached raisins may contain residual sulfur dioxide (SO₂) as a preservative, which can trigger respiratory symptoms or anaphylaxis in sulfite-sensitive individuals.

G6pd Deficiency — Dehydrated onion contains n-propyl disulfide and other oxidative organosulfur compounds that can precipitate haemolytic anaemia in individuals with G6PD deficiency at higher intake levels.

Migraine — Dehydrated onion contains tyramine and histamine-releasing compounds, and chilli powder (capsaicin) is a recognised dietary migraine trigger; both are present in this snack.

Liver Disease — Edible vegetable oil at high intake may exacerbate hepatic fat accumulation in NAFLD; capsaicin from chilli powder generates reactive species via hepatic CYP2E1, posing additional stress to an already compromised liver.

The full analysis

Shahi Mixture is a traditional Indian festive-style namkeen bought by consumers seeking a savoury, nutty snack with a premium feel. The product delivers a meaningful protein punch (~19.6 g/100 g) from its legume and nut base, keeps added sugar very low (1.9 g/100 g), and uses only natural colouring (turmeric). However, it is calorie-dense (537 kcal/100 g) with notable saturated fat and a small but non-zero trans-fat figure (0.1 g/100 g); sodium is unlabelled but is practically certain to be high given salt appearing twice in the ingredient list. Three ingredient names ('pemoline gr', 'gram raha nati', 'supplement seeds') appear to be OCR artefacts from the pack image and could not be resolved to known food substances, introducing unresolved safety unknowns. The single most useful thing to know: the snack is nutritionally better than most fried namkeens thanks to its nut and legume composition, but anyone managing blood pressure, kidney disease, or a tree-nut allergy should approach with real caution.

FSSAI licence

10013051000541

Manufacturer

Haldiram Snacks Pvt. Ltd.

Region

Source

MANUAL

Analysis

Independently researched