Nacho Cheese Flavored

Nacho Cheese Flavored

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Target diet: Vegan

Nacho Cheese Flavored · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 5 more.

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

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

cornvegetable oilsunflowercanolaand/or corn oilmaltodextrinmade from cornsalt

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
524 kcal
Fat
26.2 g
Saturated fat
4 g
Carbohydrates
60.5 g
Sugars
2 g
low
Fibre
4 g
Protein
8.1 g
Salt
1.5 g
high

Per 100 g this product is low in sugars, high in salt. 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.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

corn, vegetable oil (sunflower, canola, and/or corn oil), maltodextrin (made from corn), salt, cheddar cheese (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), whey, monosodium glutamate, buttermilk, romano cheese (part-skim cow's milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), whey protein concentrate, onion powder, corn flour, natural and artificial flavor, dextrose, tomato powder, lactose, spices, artificial color (including yellow 6, yellow 5, and red 40), lactic acid, citric acid, sugar, garlic powder, skim milk, red and green bell pepper powder, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate, contains _milk_ ingredients,

Detailed analysis: why is Nacho Cheese Flavored not vegan?

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

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

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: corn, vegetable oil (sunflower, canola, and/or corn oil), maltodextrin (made from corn), salt, cheddar cheese (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), whey, monosodium glutamate, buttermilk, romano cheese (part-skim cow's milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), whey protein concentrate, onion powder, corn flour, natural and artificial flavor, dextrose, tomato powder, lactose, spices, artificial color (including yellow 6, yellow 5, and red 40), lactic acid, citric acid, sugar, garlic powder, skim milk, red and green bell pepper powder, disodium inosinate, and disodium guanylate, contains _milk_ ingredients,. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Nacho Cheese Flavored contains 524 calories per 100g, with 8.1g of protein, 26.2g of fat, and 60.5g of carbohydrates (2g 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 Nacho Cheese Flavored Vegan?

No, Nacho Cheese Flavored is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, lactose, whey and others.

Does Nacho Cheese Flavored contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: corn, vegetable oil (sunflower, canola, and/or corn oil), maltodextrin (made from corn), salt, cheddar cheese (milk, cheese cultures, salt, enzymes), ...

What are the nutritional facts of Nacho Cheese Flavored?

Nacho Cheese Flavored contains 524 calories per 100g, with 8.1g of protein, 60.5g of carbohydrates, and 26.2g of fat.

How much sugar is in Nacho Cheese Flavored?

Nacho Cheese Flavored lists 2 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).

Is Nacho Cheese Flavored ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Nacho Cheese Flavored is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Nacho Cheese Flavored on a Vegan diet?

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