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Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour
Decode Label Safety Score
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Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This health malt drink is formulated with a high proportion of milk solids, providing a good base of protein and essential nutrients. However, it contains added sugar and maltodextrin, which contribute to its overall sugar content, a significant consideration for a product aimed at children. The presence of peanut oil means it is unsuitable for individuals with peanut allergies, which can be severe. The antioxidant is not specifically identified, which limits full transparency regarding its nature and potential implications.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Milk Solids
- Minerals
- Vitamins
- Inositol
- Taurine
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Declared allergens: Peanuts 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.
High in milk solids, but contains added sugar and peanut oil
The score is held down by this product's nutrition profile, which dominates the assessment regardless of the rest of the formulation. This health drink is primarily milk solids, offering nutritional benefits. However, it includes added sugar and maltodextrin, contributing to its overall sugar load, which is a key consideration for children's diets. The presence of peanut oil makes it a significant allergen risk for those with peanut allergies. The specific antioxidant used is not disclosed, which reduces transparency.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Looking for a lower-sugar option — Added sugar is 12.5 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)
LimitContains added sugar and maltodextrin, contributing to overall sugar intake, which should be limited in young children's diets.
Why the score is capped
Highly processed (NOVA) and high total sugar
Rule F-CAP-07
Antioxidant not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
What's good
High content of milk solids provides protein and essential nutrients
Fortified with a range of vitamins and minerals
Contains beneficial amino acids like Inositol, Taurine, and L-Carnitine
Watch out for
High overall sugar content from added sugar and maltodextrin
Antioxidant not fully named on the label raises transparency concerns
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.
Peanuts
Peanut allergy is one of the most common and severe food allergies, capable of causing anaphylaxis — a potentially fatal allergic reaction. Even trace amounts (cross-contamination) can trigger reactions. Peanut allergy is usually lifelong and requires strict avoidance. Always carry an epinephrine auto-injector if allergic.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSSAI; FDA; Allergy & Asthma Network
Peanuts: regulation, sources and other products →Added Sugars
Sugars added to food, and the sugars in honey, syrups and fruit juice concentrates, are "free sugars". The WHO guideline recommends that they stay below 10% of total energy intake and suggests below 5% for additional benefit. Where the sugar sits in the ingredient list and how many grams the panel declares is what matters; this is information, because the nutrition score already prices the grams.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO, Guideline: Sugars intake for adults and children (2015)
Added Sugars: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Peanuts, a major allergen that can cause life-threatening anaphylaxis. Relevant to people with a peanut allergy, where reactions can be severe (FSSAI Labelling & Display Regulations 2020).
Contains Added Sugar. WHO advises keeping free sugar intake under 10% of total energy, ideally under 5%, which is particularly relevant for children's diets.
The specific Antioxidant used is not disclosed, which limits transparency and prevents a full assessment of its safety profile.
Claim check
1 claim not supported by label dataFront-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 'CLINICALLY PROVEN 2X FASTER GROWTH' is a clinical claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The label states '50% LESS ADDED SUGAR' but does not provide a reference product or baseline to compare the added sugar content against, making the claim unverifiable.
The claim 'SUPPORTS CONCENTRATION & MEMORY' is a functional benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The term 'PROPRIETARY FOOD' is a regulatory designation that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The label states 'added creamy classic flavour' but the specific 'flavour' ingredient is not listed, making it unverifiable.
The ingredient list shows 'MILK SOLIDS' as the primary ingredient, which confirms the presence of milk protein.
The nutrition facts list 34 distinct vitamins and minerals, supporting the claim of '34 VITAL NUTRIENTS'. The 'PRO IMMUNITY' aspect is a functional benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The ingredient list shows 'MILK SOLIDS' as the primary ingredient, confirming it is a dairy-based product.
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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Milk Solids 54.7%MILK SOLIDS (54.7%)
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Maltodextrin
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Peanut Oil
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Sugar
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Minerals
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ThickenerXanthan gum (INS 415)Thickener (INS 415)
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Vitamins
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Inositol
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Taurine
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L-Carnitine
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11.
Antioxidants unnamed
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 | 419 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbohydrate | 62 g |
| Total Sugars | 40.24 g |
| Added Sugars | 12.5 g |
| Total Fat | 11 g |
| Sodium | 400 mg |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Calcium | 800 mg |
| Phosphorus | 780 mg |
| Vitamin D2 | 10 µg |
| Vitamin K | 40 µg |
| Magnesium | 76 mg |
| Manganese | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.7 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.76 µg |
| Calcium Pantothenate | 3 mg |
| Biotin | 14 µg |
| Iodine | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 13.5 mg |
| Vitamin B9 | 1 µg |
| Vitamin A | 360 µg |
| Vitamin E | 7 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Copper | 250 µg |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg |
| Selenium | 15 µg |
| Potassium | 920 mg |
| Chloride | 500 mg |
| Chromium | 7.5 µg |
| Molybdenum | 11 µg |
| Carnitine | 7 mg |
| Choline | 58 mg |
| Inositol | 30 mg |
| Taurine | 15 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 Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour?
The label of Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour lists 11 ingredients, in label order: Milk Solids, Maltodextrin, Peanut Oil, Sugar, Minerals, Thickener, Vitamins, Inositol, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Antioxidant. None of them is flagged by the analysis.
Is Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour safe to eat?
Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour scores 3.6/10 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 health drink is primarily milk solids, offering nutritional benefits. However, it includes added sugar and maltodextrin, contributing to its overall sugar load, which is a key consideration for children's diets. The presence of peanut oil makes it a significant allergen risk for those with peanut allergies. The specific antioxidant used is not disclosed, which reduces transparency.
Why does Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour score 3.6/10?
What the analysis notes: High overall sugar content from added sugar and maltodextrin. Antioxidant not fully named on the label raises transparency concerns.
Who should avoid Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Peanut allergy; Avoiding added sugars; Sensitive to undisclosed additives; Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Is Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains peanuts (Peanut Oil) and milk (Milk Solids). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour contain peanuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Peanut Oil. People with groundnut (peanut) allergy should treat it as containing peanuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour 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.
Is Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour high in sugar?
Yes — 40.2 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 12.5 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 8 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "CLINICALLY PROVEN 2X FASTER GROWTH*" — misleading. "50% LESS ADDED SUGAR" — can't be verified from the label. "SUPPORTS CONCENTRATION & MEMORY*" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour vegetarian?
Advanced Nutrition Creamy Classic Flavour 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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