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Gladful

Sprouted Protein Millet-Lobia Banana Pancake

Name: Sprouted Protein Millet-Lobia Banana Pancake
Brand: Gladful

Use in moderation On SafeShelf

NOVA 3no artificial additivesno palm oilzero trans fatsprouted ingredientswhole grain blendno refined sugarpregnancy-safenut-freediabetic-safegluten-freeinfant-safelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

30 g

Pack

150 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 · 1 ingredient shown

Caution1 of 8 ingredients

Raw Unrefined Cane SugarCaution

Cleared 7▾

Sprouted LobiaCleared

JawarCleared

Foxtail MilletCleared

BananaCleared

OatsCleared

VanillaCleared

Baking PowderCleared

Why it’s on SafeShelf

Reviewed and added to SafeShelf — every ingredient checked against our safety, regulatory and processing standards.

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

“Gluten Free Ingredients”misleading

None of the listed ingredients intrinsically contain gluten, but the product is made in a facility that also processes wheat, barley, and rye; additionally, commercial oats are frequently cross-contaminated with gluten grains. The claim addresses only the ingredient list, not the finished product's safety for coeliac consumers.

“High Protein”misleading

Protein provides approximately 12.9% of total energy (10.1 g × 4 kcal = 40.4 kcal out of 314 kcal/100 g). FSSAI requires ≥20% of energy from protein for a 'High Protein' claim; this product falls short of that threshold.

“No Palm Oil”true

No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears anywhere in the ingredient list.

“Source Of Fiber”true

Dietary fibre is 4.5 g per 100 g and 1.4 g per 30 g serving. FSSAI permits a 'source of fibre' claim when a product provides ≥3 g fibre per 100 g; this product meets that criterion.

“Zero Cholesterol”true

Nutrition data confirms 0 mg cholesterol per 100 g and per serving.

“Zero Transfat”true

Nutrition data confirms 0 g trans fat per 100 g and per serving.

“Source of Protein & Fiber”true

Fibre at 4.5 g/100 g meets the FSSAI 'source of fibre' threshold. Protein contributes ~12.9% of energy, which exceeds the FSSAI 'source of protein' threshold of ≥5% energy; both sub-claims are supportable.

“All From Unrefined Cane Sugar (No Refined Sugar Used)”true

The only sweetener listed is 'Raw Unrefined Cane Sugar (Khaand)'; no refined white sugar, dextrose, or glucose syrup appears in the ingredients.

“Deliciously Nutritious”unverified

A subjective marketing expression; no objective standard exists to evaluate it.

“Foods You Crave With The Protein You Deserve”unverified

A marketing tagline combining subjective appeal ('crave') with an implied protein adequacy assertion that cannot be objectively verified from the available data.

“NABL Lab Tested”true

The certifications field in the product data explicitly lists 'NABL Lab Tested'.

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

No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives
No palm oil used
Zero saturated fat and zero trans fat
Contains sprouted legume (lobia) improving protein bioavailability
Whole grain diversity: sorghum, foxtail millet, oats
Uses unrefined cane sugar instead of refined white sugar

Working against

High added sugar: 18.1 g per 100 g (all added)
Moderately high sodium: 360 mg per 100 g (partly from baking powder)
Protein content (12.9% of energy) does not meet FSSAI 'High Protein' threshold (≥20%)
Facility cross-contamination risk with wheat, barley, rye, and nuts
Oats introduce gluten cross-contamination risk for coeliac consumers
Oligosaccharides in cowpea and millet may cause bloating in sensitive individuals

Who should approach with care

Diabetes — All sugars (18.1 g/100 g) are added sucrose from khaand, which rapidly raises post-prandial blood glucose; careful portion control is essential for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Children — Added sugar (18.1 g/100 g) is high relative to WHO's recommendation of <10% total energy from free sugars for children; habitual use could contribute to excess sugar intake and dental caries.

Hypertension — Sodium at 360 mg/100 g (partly from sodium bicarbonate in baking powder) and sucrose from khaand both independently associate with elevated blood pressure at high intake.

Kidney Disease — High-potassium ingredients (banana, foxtail millet, cowpea) and sodium/bicarbonate load from baking powder may challenge fluid, potassium, and acid-base balance in individuals with chronic kidney disease.

Heart Disease — Sodium bicarbonate in baking powder and sucrose from khaand contribute to sodium load and raised triglycerides respectively, both of which compound cardiovascular risk.

Gluten Intolerance — Oats contain avenin and are prone to gluten cross-contamination; the product is also manufactured in a facility processing wheat, barley, and rye, making it unsuitable for coeliac consumers without certified gluten-free verification.

Infants — Sorghum tannins and millet antinutrients can impair iron and zinc absorption in infants; oats are not recommended before 6 months; and sprouted legumes carry foodborne illness risk if not thoroughly cooked.

Pregnancy — FDA advises pregnant women to avoid raw sprouts due to elevated Salmonella and E. coli risk; the mix should always be fully cooked, which mitigates but does not eliminate this concern.

Elderly — Older adults with reduced immune function are a vulnerable group for sprout-associated foodborne illness per FDA guidance; thorough cooking is recommended.

Ibs — Cowpea oligosaccharides, millet insoluble fibre, oat beta-glucan, and sucrose from khaand can all ferment in the colon, potentially exacerbating bloating, gas, and altered bowel habits in IBS sufferers.

Thyroid Disease — Foxtail millet contains mildly goitrogenic compounds that may interfere with iodine uptake; individuals with hypothyroidism or iodine deficiency should consult their physician if consuming this product habitually.

Gout — Cowpea contains purines and khaand's sucrose releases fructose on hydrolysis, both of which can elevate serum uric acid and risk triggering gout flares.

The full analysis

This product appeals to health-conscious parents and fitness-oriented consumers looking for a grain-diverse, legume-boosted breakfast option free of maida and refined sugars. The ingredient list is genuinely clean — no artificial colours, no artificial flavours, no palm oil, no preservatives, and all grains are whole or sprouted — placing it firmly in the better-for-you breakfast mix category. The main watch-outs are a moderately high added-sugar load (18.1 g per 100 g, all from unrefined cane sugar), a meaningful sodium level (360 mg/100 g partly from baking powder's sodium bicarbonate), and the fact that the 'High Protein' claim does not meet the FSSAI threshold of ≥20% energy from protein. The single most useful takeaway: this mix is a genuinely wholesome, additive-free base, but mind the sugar and sodium when serving to children, diabetics, or anyone on a sodium-restricted diet.

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