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GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix by GM FOODS — product pack

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GM FOODS

GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix

Veg Jain food
3.3 Concerning

Decode Label Safety Score

Nutrition · 40% 1.8/10
Ingredient safety · 30% 10.0/10
Processing · 20% 7.5/10
Marketing · 10% 5.8/10
How we got 3.3 Show
Weighted score 5.8/10
Score limited by a dominant nutrition concern. 3.3
Final score 3.3/10 · Concerning

Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed

This instant mix is primarily composed of milk solids and sugar, making it a calorie-dense option. While it includes beneficial ingredients like almonds and cardamom, the high sugar content is a significant nutritional concern, especially for frequent consumption. The trace amounts of pistachio and saffron contribute minimally to the overall nutritional profile. Individuals monitoring their sugar intake should be cautious.

At a glance

From the declared label — not a lab test

Findings to weigh

Nutrition Sugar 55.6 g per 100 g The main factor limiting the score. → Declared allergens Tree nuts + Milk Matters if you have any of these allergies; check the pack’s own allergen statement. →

What’s favorable

  • Almonds
  • Cardamom

High in sugar; contains milk solids and edible starch

This instant mix is largely made up of milk solids and sugar, contributing to its caloric value. While it contains some beneficial ingredients like almonds and cardamom, the high sugar content is a primary nutritional consideration. The presence of pistachio and saffron is in very small, trace amounts.

Consider this product carefully if you are

  • Looking for a lower-sugar option — Total sugar is 55.6 g per 100 g.
Okay for: Healthy adults in moderation

Declared allergens: Tree nuts and Milk

Tree nuts· Pistachio, Almonds Milk· Milk Solid

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.

Concern breakdown What drives the score, concern by concern · score out of 10, higher = fewer concerns
Key risks: Nutrition profile

Concern breakdown

Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concerns

How 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.

Overall Nutritional Value Major concern · 1.8/10
Added & Hidden Sugar Significant concern · 2.5/10
Preservatives & Additives Minor concern · 7.0/10
Ultra-Processing & Refined Carbs No concern identified · 8.0/10
Artificial Colours & Dyes No concern identified · 8.0/10
Flavour Enhancers & MSG No concern identified · 8.0/10
Artificial Sweeteners No concern identified · 8.0/10
Protein & Fibre Content No concern identified · 8.5/10
Unhealthy Fats (Trans & Saturated) No concern identified · 9.0/10

Saturated fat 0.9 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml

Excess Sodium & Salt No concern identified · 10.0/10

Infants under 1

Avoid

Contains added sugar, which is not recommended for infants under one year of age.

Toddlers & young children (1–5)

Limit

High added sugar content should be limited in the diet of young children to prevent excessive calorie intake and promote healthy eating habits.

What's good

Contains almonds, which offer healthy fats and protein

Includes natural spices like cardamom and saffron for flavour

Watch out for

High added sugar content

Contains milk solids, an allergen

Contains tree nuts (pistachio, almonds), which are allergens

Decode Label Analysis

This product has a high sugar content, which is a dominant nutritional concern, especially for frequent consumption.

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.

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"Serves 4 Kulfis" Can't verify

The number of servings is a manufacturer's designation and cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.

Serves 4 Kulfis
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"Instant" Can't verify

The claim 'Instant' refers to the preparation time, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.

Instant
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"Kulfi" Can't verify

The term 'Kulfi' describes the product type, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.

Kulfi
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"Dessert Mix" Can't verify

The term 'Dessert Mix' describes the product type, which cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.

Dessert Mix
✓
"Kesar Pista" Checks out

The ingredients list Saffron (Kesar) and Pistachio, supporting the Kesar Pista claim.

Pistachio(1.0%) Saffron(0.01%)

Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.

  • 1.
    Milk Solid 69%
    Milk Solid(69%)
  • 2.
    Sugar
  • 3.
    Edible Starch
  • 4.
    Pistachio 1% trace amount
    Pistachio(1.0%)
  • 5.
    Almonds
  • 6.
    Citric Acid
  • 7.
    Cardamom
  • 8.
    Saffron 0.01% trace amount
    Saffron(0.01%)

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.

Tree nuts Allergen on the label: Pistachio, Almonds
Allergen
Milk Allergen on the label: Milk Solid
Allergen

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Google Wikipedia EWG Skin Deep Open Food Facts
High in sugar Trace trans fat
Nutrition (per 100 g)
Energy 376.6 kcal
Protein 21.42 g
Carbohydrate 69.04 g
Total Sugars 55.6 g
Total Fat 1.64 g
Saturated Fat 0.87 g
Trans Fat 0.05 g
Dietary Fibre 1.46 g
Sodium 21.23 mg
Cholesterol 2 (BLQ)

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 GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix?

The label of GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix lists 8 ingredients, in label order: Milk Solid, Sugar, Edible Starch, Pistachio, Almonds, Citric Acid, Cardamom, Saffron. None of them is flagged by the analysis.

Is GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix safe to eat?

GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix scores 3.3/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). This instant mix is largely made up of milk solids and sugar, contributing to its caloric value. While it contains some beneficial ingredients like almonds and cardamom, the high sugar content is a primary nutritional consideration. The presence of pistachio and saffron is in very small, trace amounts.

Why does GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix score 3.3/10?

What the analysis notes: High added sugar content. Contains milk solids, an allergen. Contains tree nuts (pistachio, almonds), which are allergens.

Who should avoid GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix?

The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Monitoring sugar intake; Allergic to milk; Allergic to tree nuts (pistachio, almond).

Is GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix suitable for babies or young children?

Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.

Does GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix contain allergens?

Yes — the ingredient list contains tree nuts (Pistachio and Almonds) and milk (Milk Solid). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.

Does GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix contain tree nuts?

Yes — the ingredient list names Pistachio and Almonds. People with tree-nut allergy should treat it as containing tree nuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.

Does GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix contain milk?

Yes — the ingredient list names Milk Solid. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.

Is GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix high in sugar?

Yes — 55.6 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 does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.

Are the claims on the GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix pack accurate?

Decode Label checked 5 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Serves 4 Kulfis" — can't be verified from the label. "Instant" — can't be verified from the label. "Kulfi" — can't be verified from the label.

Is GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix vegetarian?

GM Instant Kesar Pista Kulfi Dessert Mix 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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