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Bikano - Ganthiya
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Reviewed 3 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This snack is primarily made of chickpea flour and a blend of refined vegetable oils, contributing to a very high saturated fat content. While it contains beneficial spices like cumin and black pepper, the dominant nutritional concern is the high saturated fat from the oil blend, which is a cardiovascular risk factor. Individuals monitoring their fat intake, especially saturated fat, should consume this product in strict moderation.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Cumin
- Black Pepper
- Asafoetida
High in saturated fat from refined vegetable oils; consume in moderation.
This snack contains a significant amount of saturated fat from its blend of refined vegetable oils, which is a concern for cardiovascular health. While it includes some beneficial spices, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by the fat content. It is best consumed sparingly, especially for those managing their fat intake.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Refined Palmolein Oil is declared.
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 22.1 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
1 concern could not be assessed from this label. That means we don't know — not that there's nothing to find.
Why the score is capped
Very high saturated fat
Rule F-CAP-08
High in saturated fat — a visible fat such as butter or ghee
Rule F-CAP-12
What's good
Contains natural spices like cumin, black pepper, and asafoetida.
Chickpea flour provides a good base.
Watch out for
Very high saturated fat content from the blend of refined vegetable oils.
Ambiguous 'Edible Vegetable Oil' blend, which may include less desirable oils.
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.
Palm Oil
Palm oil is very high in saturated fatty acids (~50%), which raise LDL cholesterol and increase cardiovascular risk with regular high consumption. Refined palm oil can also carry processing contaminants (glycidyl esters and 3-MCPD esters), which EFSA assessed in 2016.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO; Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016)
Palm Oil: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
The product is very high in saturated fat, primarily from the blend of refined vegetable oils including palmolein oil. High intake of saturated fat is a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
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 'Ganthiya' is a product designation that cannot be verified from the ingredient list.
The ingredient list includes Chickpea Flour, and the product is described as 'Spicy Sticks'.
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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Chickpea Flour 50%
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Edible Vegetable Oil
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Refined Palmolein Oil
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Refined Ricebran Oil
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Refined Cottonseed Oil
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Iodized Salt
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Cumin
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Black Pepper
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Carom Seeds trace amount
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Asafoetida
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Raising AgentSodium carbonates (INS 500)Raising Agent [E 500(ii)]
Trace amounts: some named ingredients appear in token quantities or low in the list. At these concentrations a meaningful benefit is unlikely, and their front-of-pack prominence may not reflect their level in the formulation.
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
A blend of refined vegetable oils, judged as a single concern — a high saturated-fat source — rather than one flag per oil. The individual oils are listed below and in "What the label actually shows".
✓ 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 | 597.8 kcal |
| Protein | 11.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 32 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 47 g |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 809 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 - Ganthiya?
The label of Bikano - Ganthiya lists 11 ingredients, in label order: Chickpea Flour, Edible Vegetable Oil, Refined Palmolein Oil, Refined Ricebran Oil, Refined Cottonseed Oil, Iodized Salt, Cumin, Black Pepper, Carom Seeds, Asafoetida, Raising agent. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Bikano - Ganthiya safe to eat?
Bikano - Ganthiya scores 1.5/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This snack contains a significant amount of saturated fat from its blend of refined vegetable oils, which is a concern for cardiovascular health. While it includes some beneficial spices, the overall nutritional profile is dominated by the fat content. It is best consumed sparingly, especially for those managing their fat intake.
Why does Bikano - Ganthiya score 1.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Very high saturated fat content from the blend of refined vegetable oils. Ambiguous 'Edible Vegetable Oil' blend, which may include less desirable oils.
Who should avoid Bikano - Ganthiya?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Heart conditions; High cholesterol; Individuals on a low-fat diet.
How much sugar is in Bikano - Ganthiya?
1.5 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Bikano - Ganthiya high in salt?
Yes — 809 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.02 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.
Are the claims on the Bikano - Ganthiya pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 2 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Ganthiya" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Bikano - Ganthiya vegetarian?
Bikano - Ganthiya is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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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