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Bikano Dry Petha
Decode Label Safety Score
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Reviewed 4 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This product is primarily composed of sugar, which is a significant concern for overall health, especially when consumed regularly. While ash gourd offers some nutritional benefits, its presence at 16.3% does not offset the high sugar content. This product is best avoided by individuals managing blood sugar levels or those aiming to reduce their sugar intake. For others, it should be consumed very sparingly as an occasional treat.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Ash Gourd
Very high in added sugar; consume sparingly due to nutritional impact.
This sweet product is predominantly sugar, which is a major nutritional concern. While it contains ash gourd, the high sugar content means it should be consumed in very small quantities, particularly by children and individuals monitoring their sugar intake. It offers minimal nutritional benefits beyond energy from sugar.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 72.4 g per 100 g.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for food. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Saturated fat 0 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under 1 year of age.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitThis product is very high in added sugar, which can contribute to dental caries and unhealthy dietary habits in young children. Consumption should be severely limited.
Why the score is capped
Very high added sugar
Rule F-CAP-01
What's good
Contains ash gourd, a vegetable with some nutritional value.
Watch out for
Very high added sugar content, which is a significant nutritional concern.
Decode Label Analysis
The product is primarily composed of sugar, which contributes to high caloric intake and can negatively impact blood sugar levels and dental health if consumed frequently or in large amounts. This is a dominant nutritional concern.
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.
The product name 'DRY PETHA' is consistent with the ingredients list which includes Ash Gourd, the primary component of Petha.
The claim 'DELICIOUS ASH GOURD SWEETS' is supported by the ingredients list which includes Ash Gourd and Sugar, indicating it is a sweet made from Ash Gourd.
The nutrition information states 0 mg of Cholesterol per 100g.
The nutrition information states 0 g of saturated fat per 100g.
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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SugarSugar (Sucrose)
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Ash Gourd 16.3%Ash Gourd (16.3%)
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 305.4 kcal |
| Protein | 0.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 75.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 72.4 g |
| Added Sugars | 72.4 g |
| Total Fat | 0.2 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
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 Bikano Dry Petha?
The label of Bikano Dry Petha lists 2 ingredients, in label order: Sugar, Ash Gourd. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Bikano Dry Petha safe to eat?
Bikano Dry Petha scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This sweet product is predominantly sugar, which is a major nutritional concern. While it contains ash gourd, the high sugar content means it should be consumed in very small quantities, particularly by children and individuals monitoring their sugar intake. It offers minimal nutritional benefits beyond energy from sugar.
Why does Bikano Dry Petha score 1.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Very high added sugar content, which is a significant nutritional concern.
Who should avoid Bikano Dry Petha?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Diabetes; Insulin resistance; Weight management goals; Children under 5.
Is Bikano Dry Petha suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Is Bikano Dry Petha high in sugar?
Yes — 72.4 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 72.4 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Bikano Dry Petha pack accurate?
Yes — all 4 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is Bikano Dry Petha vegetarian?
Bikano Dry Petha is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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