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Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink
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This malt beverage, marketed for children, contains a significant amount of added sugar and undisclosed flavors, which are key concerns for its target audience. While it provides some fortification with vitamins and minerals, the high sugar content and ultra-processed nature make it a concern most relevant to children.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Minerals
- Vitamins
Declared allergens: Milk and Gluten
Relevant if you have any of these allergies or intolerances.
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.
High in added sugar and undisclosed flavors, not ideal for children.
This malt drink, aimed at children, is high in added sugar, which can contribute to dental issues and unhealthy dietary patterns. While fortified with some vitamins and minerals, its overall nutritional profile is dominated by sugar and it is a highly processed food.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 29.6 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)
LimitHigh added sugar content is a significant concern for this age group, contributing to dental issues and potentially unhealthy eating habits.
Specific sensitivities
Avoid if affectedContains wheat and milk solids, which are common allergens. Parents should check for specific allergies before consumption.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high in sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Flavours not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
Fortified with essential vitamins and minerals.
Watch out for
High added sugar content, especially for a product marketed to children.
Contains gluten and milk solids, which are common allergens.
Highly processed food with multiple additives.
Maltodextrin — a highly processed carbohydrate, often used as a filler or thickener, with a high glycemic index.
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.
Wheat Flour
Wheat and wheat-derived ingredients contain gluten, which triggers an autoimmune response in people with celiac disease, causing intestinal damage. People with non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) or wheat allergy must also avoid this ingredient. Labelled as a major allergen by FSSAI.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI Food Labelling Regulations; Celiac Disease Foundation
Wheat Flour: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
This product is high in added sugar, which is a significant concern for children's health, contributing to dental caries, weight gain, and potential long-term metabolic issues.
The presence of 'Colour', 'Emulsifiers', and 'Flavours' without specific disclosure indicates a lack of transparency regarding these additives, some of which may be linked to adverse effects in sensitive individuals, particularly children.
Contains wheat and milk solids, which are common allergens. Individuals with gluten sensitivity, celiac disease, or milk allergies should avoid this product.
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 claim '2X Strength Nutrients' is a comparative claim that cannot be verified without a baseline for comparison or further explanation on the label.
The claim '2X Vit D, Iron, Zinc' when added to milk is a comparative claim that cannot be verified without a baseline for comparison or further explanation on the label.
The claim 'Scientifically Designed' is a general statement about product development that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition panel.
The only ingredient supporting this claim is an undisclosed generic — the label names a class, not the actual compound — so the list cannot confirm it.
The claim '4% of RDA' is incomplete as it does not specify which nutrient it refers to, making it unverifiable.
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 ingredients list Cereal Extract, Barley, Wheat, and Millets as primary ingredients, supporting the 'Cereal Based' claim.
The nutrition information states 385 kcal per 100g, which calculates to 77 kcal per 20g serving (385 * 20 / 100 = 77).
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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Cereal Extract 63%
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Barley
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Wheat
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Millets
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Sugar
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Milk SolidsMilk Solies
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Colour synthetic colourColour (150)
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Maltodextrin
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Minerals
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EmulsifiersLecithin (INS 322), Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids (INS 471)Emulsifiers (322, 471)
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Flavours undisclosed flavouringFlavours (Natural and Nature Identical Flavouring Substances)
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Cocoa Solids 0.9% trace amount
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Raising AgentSodium carbonates (INS 500)Raising Agent (500 (ii))
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Wheat Gluten
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Vitamins
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Iodised Salt
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.
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
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 385 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 87 g |
| Total Sugars | 48 g |
| Added Sugars | 29.6 g |
| Total Fat | 0.7 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 341 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin D2 | 18.8 mcg |
| Calcium | 500 mg |
| Manganese | 1.8 mg |
| Iodine | 113 mcg |
| Iron | 23 mg |
| Zinc | 7.4 mg |
| Vitamin A | 790 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 95 mg |
| Copper | 1.1 mg |
| Selenium | 19 mcg |
| Biotin | 15 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg |
| Vitamin B5 | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B9 | 75 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 Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink?
The label of Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink lists 16 ingredients, in label order: Cereal Extract, Barley, Wheat, Millets, Sugar, Milk Solids, Colour, Maltodextrin, Minerals, Emulsifiers, Flavours, Cocoa Solids, Raising agent, Wheat gluten, Vitamins, Iodised Salt. Flagged by the analysis: Colour, Maltodextrin.
Is Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink safe to eat?
Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink scores 3.6/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This malt drink, aimed at children, is high in added sugar, which can contribute to dental issues and unhealthy dietary patterns. While fortified with some vitamins and minerals, its overall nutritional profile is dominated by sugar and it is a highly processed food.
Why does Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink score 3.6/10?
What the analysis notes: High added sugar content, especially for a product marketed to children. Contains gluten and milk solids, which are common allergens. Highly processed food with multiple additives.
Who should avoid Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Diabetes; Insulin resistance; Gluten sensitivity; Celiac disease; Sugar-restricted diets.
Is Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Milk Solids) and gluten (Barley, Wheat and Wheat gluten). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Milk Solids. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Barley, Wheat and Wheat gluten. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Is Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink high in sugar?
Yes — 48 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 29.6 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 8 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "2X Strength Nutrients" — can't be verified from the label. "Add to milk for 2X Vit D, Iron, Zinc" — can't be verified from the label. "Scientifically Designed" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink vegetarian?
Bournvita 5 Star Magic Nutrition Drink is marked vegetarian.
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