shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese

shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese

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Target diet: Vegan

shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 4 more.

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

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

Organic pastaorganic wheat flourDried cheddar cheesepasteurized milkbacterial culturessaltWheyButter

What we checked

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

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
376 kcal
Fat
5.3 g
Saturated fat
2.4 g
Carbohydrates
68.2 g
Sugars
5.9 g
Fibre
4.7 g
Protein
12.9 g
Salt
1.9 g
high

Per 100 g this product is 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)

Organic pasta (organic wheat flour), Dried cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, bacterial cultures, salt, non-animal microbial enzymes), Whey, Butter, Skim milk, Salt, Disodium phosphate, Annatto extract (for colour), Silicon dioxide (for anti-caking).

Detailed analysis: why is shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

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

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Organic pasta (organic wheat flour), Dried cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, bacterial cultures, salt, non-animal microbial enzymes), Whey, Butter, Skim milk, Salt, Disodium phosphate, Annatto extract (for colour), Silicon dioxide (for anti-caking).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese contains 376 calories per 100g, with 12.9g of protein, 5.3g of fat, and 68.2g of carbohydrates (5.9g 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 shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese Vegan?

No, shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, butter and others.

Does shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Organic pasta (organic wheat flour), Dried cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, bacterial cultures, salt, non-animal microbial enzymes), Whey, Butter, Sk...

What are the nutritional facts of shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese?

shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese contains 376 calories per 100g, with 12.9g of protein, 68.2g of carbohydrates, and 5.3g of fat.

How much sugar is in shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese?

shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese lists 5.9 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese on a Vegan diet?

No, shells and real aged cheddar macaroni & cheese is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.