Why is Haldiram’s Soya Sticks classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The snack is made from refined starches, hydrogenated vegetable oil, multiple vegetable oils and a long list of industrial ingredients such as preservatives (E262i), acidity regulators (E296, E330), flavour enhancers (E627, E631), anticaking agent (E551) and colour (E160c), which together place it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 1.9 g of sugar per 100 g, the sticks have a minimal impact on blood glucose for diabetics, but the 1.6 g of salt contributes significantly to daily sodium intake, so people with hypertension should limit consumption.

Is the whey powder in this product a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Yes, whey powder is listed among the ingredients; it is a dairy derivative and can trigger reactions in individuals allergic to milk or those who are lactose intolerant, making the snack unsuitable for them.

Haldiram's • 200g

Haldiram's Soya Sticks

Snacks

Product Insights

Haldiram’s Soya Sticks are a savory soy‑based snack stick sold in 200 g packs. They belong to the savory snack PNNS group, carry a Nutri‑Score of E and are classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), providing 38 g fat (18.6 g saturated) and 1.6 g salt per 100 g while delivering 7.5 g protein and a modest amount of vegetable‑derived nutrients. The formulation includes several additives such as E262i, E296, E627, E631 and a small amount of whey, making it unsuitable for vegans and raising concerns for consumers monitoring added salts, saturated fat and food additives.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal554 kcal

Fat38.2 g

Saturated Fat18.6 g

Carbohydrates45 g

Sugars1.9 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, Haldiram’s Soya Sticks contain far more fat (38 g vs 19 g) and saturated fat (18.6 g vs 7 g) and higher calories (554 kcal vs 414 kcal), but markedly less sugar (1.9 g vs 28.6 g) and slightly less salt (1.6 g vs 5.2 g).

Ingredients

Tapioca Starch, Edible Vegetable oil (Palmolein, Cotton Seed, Corn, Sunflower, Rice Bran), Soya Flour (9%), Split Pulse Urad (Urad Dal) Flour, Mixed Spices (Refined Sugar, lodised Salt, Maltodextrin, Black Salt, Red Chilli Powder, Dried Mango Powder, Onion Powder, Glucose Powder, Preservative (INS 262 i), Coriander Powder, Cumin Powder, Fennel, Whey Powder, Ginger Powder, Garlic Powder, Clove Powder, Yeast Extract, Pipal, Black Pepper, Acidity Regulator (INS 296), Flavour Enhancer (INS 627, INS 631), Turmeric Powder, Anticaking Agent (INS 551), Bay Leaves, Acidity Regulator (INS 330), Colour (INS 160c), Nutmeg, Capsicum Powder, Cinnamon & Asafoetida), Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Vanaspati), Natural Flavouring Substance And Nature Identical Flavouring Substance Allergen: Contains Soy & Milk May Contains Peanut, Tree Nuts, Wheat, Mustard Seed & Sesame Seed

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