Crunchy

Crunchy

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Target diet: Vegan

Crunchy · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 3 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • cheese
  • Milk (allergen data)

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

ENRICHED CORN MEALCORN MEALFERROUS SULFATENIACINTHIAMIN MONONITRATERIBOFLAVINFOLIC ACIDVEGETABLE OIL

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, cheese
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
565 kcal
Fat
35 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Sugars
4 g
low
Protein
7 g

Per 100 g this product is low in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Ingredients (original text)

ENRICHED CORN MEAL (CORN MEAL, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE OIL (CORN OIL, CANOLA OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], SALT, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (YELLOW 6).

Detailed analysis: why is Crunchy not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Crunchy is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • whey
  • cheese
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: ENRICHED CORN MEAL (CORN MEAL, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE OIL (CORN OIL, CANOLA OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL), WHEY, CHEDDAR CHEESE [MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES], SALT, CORN MALTODEXTRIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, MONOSODIUM GLUTAMATE, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, ARTIFICIAL COLOR (YELLOW 6).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Crunchy contains 565 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 35g of fat, and 0g of carbohydrates (4g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Crunchy Vegan?

No, Crunchy is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cheese and others.

Does Crunchy contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: ENRICHED CORN MEAL (CORN MEAL, FERROUS SULFATE, NIACIN, THIAMIN MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), VEGETABLE OIL (CORN OIL, CANOLA OIL, SUNFLOWER O...

What are the nutritional facts of Crunchy?

Crunchy contains 565 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 0g of carbohydrates, and 35g of fat.

How much sugar is in Crunchy?

Crunchy lists 4 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Can I eat Crunchy on a Vegan diet?

No, Crunchy is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.