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Troovy

The Healthy Instant Pasta - Creamy Macaroni

Name: The Healthy Instant Pasta - Creamy Macaroni
Brand: Troovy

Use in moderation On SafeShelf

NOVA 4high proteinhigh fibremillet enrichedno maidano artificial coloursfortified folic acidlactose-freenut-freediabetic-safeinfant-safeenjoy in moderation

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60 g

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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 · 2 ingredients shown

Caution2 of 11 ingredients

Grain Mix 100% (Durum Wheat Semolina, Chana Dal, Jowar, Brown Rice)Caution

KhaandCaution

Cleared 8▾

Tastemaker: Milk PowderCleared

Potato StarchCleared

Iodized SaltCleared

CheeseCleared

Dehydrated VegetablesCleared

Corn FlourCleared

Yeast ExtractCleared

Rosemary ExtractE 392Cleared

Unknown 1▾

Spices & CondimentsUnknown

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.

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claims fully supported

“Millets, Chickpeas & Durum”true

Grain mix is confirmed as Durum Wheat Semolina, Chana Dal (chickpea), Jowar (millet), and Brown Rice — all four are present.

“No Maida”true

Ingredient list shows durum wheat semolina, not refined wheat flour (maida); no maida is declared anywhere in the ingredient list.

“No Preservatives”false

Rosemary extract (INS 392) is present and is formally classified as an antioxidant preservative under FSSAI, EFSA (E 392), and JECFA frameworks, even though it is of natural origin.

“All Natural Ingredients”true

All listed ingredients appear to be derived from natural sources with no synthetic additives identified; rosemary extract and yeast extract are naturally derived.

“High Protein White Sauce Pasta”true

At 16.26 g protein per 100 g, this product qualifies as high protein by FSSAI standards (>12 g/100 g for solid foods); the tastemaker creates a white/cream sauce profile.

“42% of Child's Daily Protein Need”true

The label's own RDA table (ICMR-2020) for 7–9-year-olds confirms protein at 42% per 60 g serving.

“Safe for Kids”misleading

One 60 g serving delivers ~870 mg sodium — 44% of the 7–9-year-old daily sodium RDA (ICMR-2020) in a single meal. Brown rice contributes inorganic arsenic exposure of concern for children, and yeast extract is generally discouraged in foods targeted at young children. The product is not inherently dangerous but the 'safe for kids' framing overstates suitability given the very high sodium load.

“Naturally High in Protein & Vitamin B9”true

Protein is 16.26 g/100 g (high); folic acid is confirmed at 112.5 µg per serving (23% adult RDA, 40% child RDA per ICMR-2020). Both claims are supported by the nutrition panel.

“No Added Sugars”false

Khaand (khandsari sugar, ≥90% sucrose) is listed as a discrete ingredient in the tastemaker, yet the nutrition panel declares 0 g added sugar. Khaand is an added caloric sweetener by any regulatory definition; its presence directly contradicts this claim.

“High Fibre”misleading

Dietary fibre is 5.33 g/100 g; per FSSAI, a food may be called 'high fibre' if it contains ≥6 g/100 g. Per serving (60 g) that is 3.2 g — below the 6 g/100 g threshold. The per-serving figure is also below the typical 'high fibre' benchmark. Claim is borderline; FSSAI threshold not clearly met.

“42% of daily protein per serve”true

Confirmed for 7–9-year-old RDA per ICMR-2020 table on pack. For adults the figure is 18%. The claim is accurate when applied to the child audience this product targets.

“Protein equivalent to 1 glass of milk (~250ml)”true

A 60 g dry serving provides ~9.8 g protein (16.26 × 0.6). Standard whole cow's milk at 250 ml provides approximately 8–9 g protein. The claim is broadly supported.

“Fibre as 1 apple (small)”true

A small apple (~150 g) provides approximately 2.5–3.5 g dietary fibre. One 60 g serving of this product provides ~3.2 g fibre. The comparison is approximately accurate.

“Cook in Milk (~250ml per serving)”true

Cooking instructions and extra information both confirm: 'Cook in Milk (~250ml per serving)'. Note that cooking in milk will add additional protein, calcium, sodium, and sugar (lactose) to the final dish — values not reflected in the dry-product nutrition panel.

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: 16.3 g per 100 g from a multigrain + legume base
Good dietary fibre: 5.3 g per 100 g
Meaningful folic acid content (112.5 µg per serving, ~40% child RDA)
No maida — uses durum wheat semolina instead of refined wheat flour
Zero trans fat confirmed on label
No artificial colours or artificial sweeteners identified

Working against

Very high sodium: ~870 mg per 60 g serving (44% adult RDA)
Khaand (sucrose-based sugar) present despite 'No Added Sugars' label claim
Rosemary extract (INS 392) is a preservative, contradicting 'No Preservatives' claim
Ultra-processed (NOVA 4) due to yeast extract and rosemary extract
Brown rice ingredient carries inorganic arsenic concern for children and pregnant women
Yeast extract contributes additional hidden sodium and purines

Who should approach with care

Hypertension — One 60 g serving delivers ~870 mg sodium (44% of adult daily RDA) from iodised salt, cheese, yeast extract, and dehydrated vegetables — a single meal sodium load that is unsafe for people managing hypertension.

Heart Disease — Very high per-serving sodium (~870 mg) combined with saturated fat from cheese and milk powder is concerning for individuals with cardiovascular disease, per WHO and AHA dietary guidelines.

Kidney Disease — The product is simultaneously high in sodium (~870 mg/serving), phosphorus (cheese, milk powder, chana dal, yeast extract), potassium (dehydrated vegetables, chana dal), and protein — all of which require restriction in chronic kidney disease.

Gluten Intolerance — Durum wheat semolina (the primary ingredient) is a major gluten source; this product is strictly contraindicated for individuals with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.

Diabetes — Khaand (sucrose), potato starch, corn flour, and semolina all have moderate-to-high glycaemic indices; individuals with type 1 or type 2 diabetes should exercise portion control and monitor post-prandial glucose.

Children — Sodium at 870 mg per serving is 44% of a 7–9-year-old's daily limit in a single meal; brown rice also contributes inorganic arsenic exposure that is of heightened concern in children.

Pregnancy — Brown rice contributes inorganic arsenic (adverse fetal neurodevelopment risk per FDA/EFSA); cheese may pose Listeria risk if soft or unspecified; and high sodium intake warrants monitoring during pregnancy.

Infants — The product's high sodium content from iodised salt, yeast extract, and cheese is inappropriate for infants whose kidneys cannot handle such loads; yeast extract, brown rice arsenic, and cow's milk proteins are additional concerns.

Lactose Intolerance — Milk powder and cheese both contribute significant lactose; individuals with lactose intolerance may experience gastrointestinal discomfort, especially when the product is also cooked in 250 ml of milk as directed.

Gout — Yeast extract is high in purines that metabolise to uric acid, and fructose released from khaand's sucrose can promote uric acid synthesis — both are known gout triggers.

Migraine — Yeast extract contains concentrated free glutamate and cheese may contain tyramine — both are recognised dietary migraine triggers in susceptible individuals.

Ibs — Multiple high-FODMAP or fermentable ingredients are present — chana dal (raffinose oligosaccharides), potato starch (resistant starch), semolina (fructans), dehydrated vegetables, and yeast extract — making this product high-risk for IBS flares.

Ibd — High combined fibre, fermentable carbohydrates (potato starch, chana dal, corn flour), and iodised salt load may aggravate symptoms during active inflammatory bowel disease flares.

Epilepsy — Rosemary extract at concentrated doses contains camphor-related constituents that may lower seizure threshold; food-level exposure is likely low-risk but persons with epilepsy should be aware.

Sulfite Sensitivity — Some commercial dehydrated vegetables are treated with sulfite preservatives to prevent browning; the ingredient list does not clarify whether this batch is sulfite-free, warranting caution for sulfite-sensitive individuals.

Phenylketonuria — Milk powder and cheese contain phenylalanine-rich casein and whey proteins; individuals with phenylketonuria must account for this phenylalanine contribution within their strictly controlled low-phenylalanine diet.

The full analysis

This product is positioned squarely at health-conscious parents buying for children aged 7–9, promising high protein, no maida, no preservatives, and no added sugar. On the positive side, the multigrain base genuinely delivers noteworthy protein (16.3 g/100g), solid dietary fibre, and meaningful folic acid — credentials that distinguish it from commodity instant noodles. However, the single most important thing a shopper should know is that one 60 g serving delivers approximately 870 mg of sodium — nearly 44 % of an adult's daily limit and the same proportion for a 7–9-year-old child — making the 'Safe for Kids' claim seriously misleading in practice. The 'No Preservatives' claim is also undercut by the presence of rosemary extract, a natural but regulatory-classified antioxidant preservative (INS 392), and 'No Added Sugars' is contradicted by khaand (unrefined cane sugar/sucrose) appearing in the ingredient list while the panel declares 0 g added sugar.

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