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Bikano Moong Dal Salted
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Held by the top 12% of everything we score. Awarded on this product's published 8.1/10 — every scoring lane clear, no significant concern, and nothing on the label that its own ingredient list contradicts.
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This snack is primarily made from husked green gram, offering a good base, but its nutritional profile is significantly impacted by the use of refined vegetable oils, which contribute to a high saturated fat content. While the product is transparent about its ingredients, the presence of multiple refined oils and high sodium from both iodized and rock salt are key considerations for regular consumption, especially for individuals monitoring their cardiovascular health or sodium intake.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Husked Green Gram
- Dried Mango Powder
High Saturated Fat from Refined Oils; High Sodium Content
This snack is largely made of green gram, but contains a blend of refined vegetable oils that contribute to a high saturated fat content, a concern for heart health. It also has a high sodium level from two types of salt. The 'Acidity Regulator' is not specifically identified, which reduces transparency.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Edible Vegetable Oil (Refined Palmolein Oil, Refined Ricebran Oil, Refined Cottonseed 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 5.8 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
Infants under 1
AvoidContains added salt, which is not recommended for infants due to their developing kidneys and limited ability to process high sodium levels.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitHigh sodium content may be excessive for young children and contribute to developing a preference for salty foods.
What's good
High content of husked green gram, providing plant-based protein and fiber
Transparent ingredient list for most components
Watch out for
High saturated fat from refined vegetable oils
High sodium content from two types of salt
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 blend of refined vegetable oils, particularly Refined Palmolein Oil, contributes significantly to the saturated fat content, which is a concern for cardiovascular health. The EFSA CONTAM opinion (2016) highlights potential contaminants like glycidyl esters in refined palm oil, depending on processing methods.
High sodium content from both Iodized Salt and Rock Salt. Excessive sodium intake is linked to high blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease.
While most acidity regulators are safe, specific identification allows for a complete assessment.
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.
This describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
This describes the product’s packaging or its category, not a testable attribute of the food itself — so it’s classified separately rather than flagged as a doubtful claim.
The primary ingredient is Husked Green Gram, which aligns with the product description.
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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Husked Green Gram 75%Husked Green Gram (75%)
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Edible Vegetable Oil (Refined Palmolein Oil, Refined Ricebran Oil, Refined Cottonseed Oil)
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Iodized Salt
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Rock Salt
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Dried Mango Powder
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Acidity RegulatorCitric acid (INS 330)Acidity Regulator (E 330)
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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 | 495.3 kcal |
| Protein | 21.2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 52 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 22.5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 472 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 Moong Dal Salted?
The label of Bikano Moong Dal Salted lists 6 ingredients, in label order: Husked Green Gram, Edible Vegetable Oil (Refined Palmolein Oil, Refined Ricebran Oil, Refined Cottonseed Oil), Iodized Salt, Rock Salt, Dried Mango Powder, Acidity Regulator. Flagged by the analysis: Edible Vegetable Oil (Refined Palmolein Oil, Refined Ricebran Oil, Refined Cottonseed Oil).
Is Bikano Moong Dal Salted safe to eat?
Bikano Moong Dal Salted scores 8.1/10 on Decode Label (Favorable). This snack is largely made of green gram, but contains a blend of refined vegetable oils that contribute to a high saturated fat content, a concern for heart health. It also has a high sodium level from two types of salt. The 'Acidity Regulator' is not specifically identified, which reduces transparency.
Why does Bikano Moong Dal Salted score 8.1/10?
What the analysis notes: High saturated fat from refined vegetable oils. High sodium content from two types of salt.
Who should avoid Bikano Moong Dal Salted?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Heart conditions; High blood pressure; Sodium-restricted diet.
Is Bikano Moong Dal Salted suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
How much sugar is in Bikano Moong Dal Salted?
0 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Bikano Moong Dal Salted pack accurate?
Yes — all 1 claim on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is Bikano Moong Dal Salted vegetarian?
Bikano Moong Dal Salted is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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