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PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond
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The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This chocolate-flavored health drink for children contains a significant amount of added sugar (sucrose and maltodextrin), which is a primary concern for its target audience. While it provides some beneficial ingredients like fructo-oligosaccharides, oats, and almonds, these are present in relatively small amounts compared to the sugars. The use of artificial and nature-identical flavorings, along with an ammonia-caramel color, adds to the ultra-processed nature of the product.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Fructo-Oligosaccharides
Declared allergens: Tree nuts and Milk
People with these allergies should avoid it and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
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High added sugar and artificial flavorings in children's drink
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This children's health drink contains a high amount of added sugars, primarily sucrose and maltodextrin, which can contribute to excessive sugar intake in children. It also includes artificial and nature-identical flavorings, and an ammonia-caramel color (Caramel, INS 150c), which is classified by IARC as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans'. While fortified with vitamins and minerals, the overall formulation is highly processed and dominated by sugars.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 24 g and total sugar is 39 g per 100 g.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitThe high added sugar content from sucrose and maltodextrin is a significant concern for this age group, as excessive sugar intake can contribute to dental issues and unhealthy weight gain.
Other audiences
LimitContains Caramel (INS 150c), an ammonia-process caramel colour, which is classified by IARC as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans'. While the specific exposure level from this product is not stated, it is a factor to consider for children's long-term health.
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains milk, oats, and almonds, which are common allergens. Parents of children with known allergies to these ingredients should avoid this product.
Why the score is capped
Very high added sugar
Rule F-CAP-01
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
What's good
Contains fructo-oligosaccharides (prebiotic fiber)
Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals
Watch out for
High added sugar content (sucrose and maltodextrin)
Contains Caramel (INS 150c), an IARC Group 2B 'possibly carcinogenic' colour
Contains artificial and nature-identical flavorings
Allergens: Milk, Oats, Almonds
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Flavouring Substances
Indian rules classify added flavours as natural, nature-identical (chemically synthesised copies of natural compounds) or artificial, and require the class to be declared. The label names the class, not the compounds, so a reader cannot see which substances make up the blend, or whether it carries something they avoid. This is information about transparency, not a finding of harm.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSS (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011, flavours; FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations 2020
Flavouring Substances: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Caramel (INS 150c), an ammonia-process caramel colour, which is classified by IARC as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans', due to the formation of 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI) during its production. This is an ingestion concern.
High levels of added sugars (sucrose and maltodextrin) are present, which is a significant nutritional concern for children, potentially contributing to dental caries, weight gain, and other health issues.
The product contains artificial and nature-identical flavorings, which may be a concern for individuals sensitive to these additives or those seeking products with only natural flavors.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
Age suitability is a regulatory designation that can't be checked from the ingredient list — not a sign the claim is wrong.
The label states 'HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN' but does not provide specific metrics or a definition of 'high quality' to verify this claim.
The claim 'Height GAIN' is a functional benefit that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition information.
The claim 'Strength IMPROVEMENT' is a functional benefit that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition information.
The claim 'Brain DEVELOPMENT' is a functional benefit that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition information.
This is the maker’s regulatory age/stage designation for the product — an ingredient list can’t confirm or deny it, so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
The designation 'HEALTH SUPPLEMENT' is a regulatory classification that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition information.
The claim 'Kids Liked Taste' is a subjective claim about consumer preference that cannot be verified from the provided label information.
Oats powder and almond powder are listed in the ingredients.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Skim milk powder
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Maltodextrinmaltodextrin
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Sucrosesucrose
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Cocoa powdercocoa powder
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Fructo-oligosaccharides 3.6%fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) (3.6%)
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Flavorings (Artificial And Nature identical Flavoring Substances - Chocolate, natural colour (caramel), MINERALS*, oats powder (1.0%), almond powder (1.0%), VITAMINS*flavorings (Artificial And Nature identical Flavoring Substances - Chocolate, natural colour (caramel), MINERALS*, oats powder (1.0%), almond powder (1.0%), VITAMINS*
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
Declared on this label as
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 366 kcal |
| Protein | 11 g |
| Carbohydrate | 77.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 39 g |
| Added Sugars | 24 g |
| Total Fat | 0.8 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.02 g |
| Sodium | 270 mg |
| Monounsaturated fatty acids | 0.18 g |
| Polyunsaturated fatty acids | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 20 mg |
| Added sucrose | 24 g |
| FOS | 3 g |
| Vitamin A | 350 mcg RE |
| Vitamin D2 | 8.3 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 4.7 mg TE |
| Vitamin K | 33 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 57 mg |
| Folic acid | 100 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.18 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.12 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.14 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.34 mcg |
| Niacin | 6.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.5 mg |
| Biotin | 15 mcg |
| Potassium | 500 mg |
| Chloride | 505 mg |
| Calcium | 744 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Magnesium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 6 mg |
| Zinc | 3.3 mg |
| Manganese | 1 mg |
| Copper | 220 mcg |
| Iodine | 65 mcg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond?
The label of PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond lists 6 ingredients, in label order: Skim Milk Powder, Maltodextrin, Sucrose, Cocoa powder, Fructo-Oligosaccharides, Flavorings (Artificial And Nature identical Flavoring Substances - Chocolate, natural colour (caramel), MINERALS*, oats powder (1.0%), almond powder (1.0%), VITAMINS*. Flagged by the analysis: Maltodextrin, Sucrose.
Is PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond safe to eat?
PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This children's health drink contains a high amount of added sugars, primarily sucrose and maltodextrin, which can contribute to excessive sugar intake in children. It also includes artificial and nature-identical flavorings, and an ammonia-caramel color (Caramel, INS 150c), which is classified by IARC as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans'. While fortified with vitamins and minerals, the overall formulation is highly processed and dominated by sugars.
Why does PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond score 1.5/10?
Flagged in the score: High added sugar content (sucrose and maltodextrin). Also noted: Contains Caramel (INS 150c), an IARC Group 2B 'possibly carcinogenic' colour. Contains artificial and nature-identical flavorings.
Who should avoid PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Limiting added sugars in children's diets; Avoiding artificial flavorings; Avoiding IARC Group 2B caramel-colour additives; Allergy to milk; Allergy to oats or almonds.
Is PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains tree nuts (almond powder) and milk (Skim Milk Powder). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond contain tree nuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names almond powder. People with tree-nut allergy should treat it as containing tree nuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Skim Milk Powder. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Is PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond high in sugar?
Yes — 39 g of total sugar per 100 g, above the 22.5 g per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high. The label declares 24 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 9 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "PediaSure 7+" — can't be verified from the label. "HIGH QUALITY PROTEIN" — can't be verified from the label. "Height GAIN" — can't be verified from the label.
Is PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond vegetarian?
PediaSure 7+ Chocolate Flavour with Oats & Almond is marked vegetarian.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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