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Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics
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Reviewed 12 times · Methodology v3.1 (updated 8 Oct 2026) — what changed
This breakfast cereal offers a substantial protein and fiber content from soy, oats, ragi, and barley, along with beneficial nuts and seeds. The presence of Caramel Colour (INS 150d), an ammonia-process caramel, is a notable concern due to its potential to generate 4-MEI, classified by IARC as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans). While the label does not state the concentration of 4-MEI, individuals seeking to avoid such additives should be aware. The product's overall nutritional profile, including sugar content, warrants consideration, especially for young children.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Textured Soy Protein
- Soy Protein Concentrate
- Rolled Oats
- Ragi Flour
- Cocoa Solids
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High protein and fiber, but contains IARC-classified caramel colour and added sugar
The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This breakfast cereal provides a good source of protein and fiber from its soy and grain blend. However, it contains added sugar and Caramel Colour (INS 150d), which is an ammonia-process caramel that can generate 4-MEI, a substance classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans. The specific flavouring compounds are also not disclosed. This product may not be ideal for those avoiding certain food additives or managing sugar intake, particularly for young children.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Colour (INS 150d) is declared.
Declared allergens: Tree nuts, Soy and Gluten
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
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 1.3 g · trans fat 0 g per 100 g/ml
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 Caramel Colour (INS 150d), which may be a concern for frequent consumption in young children. Whole almonds and pumpkin seeds could also pose a choking hazard for very young children; ensure appropriate portioning and supervision.
Why the score is capped
Contains ammonia caramel colour (E150c/d) — which can generate 4-MEI during manufacture — IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans); this label does not state its concentration
Rule F-CAP-10 · Source: IARC / EFSA classification of the additive
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
High in protein from soy blend, textured soy protein, and soy protein concentrate
Rich in dietary fiber from rolled oats, ragi flour, rolled barley, and fructo-oligosaccharides
Contains beneficial nuts (almonds) and seeds (pumpkin seeds)
Includes natural sweetener (Steviol Glycosides, INS 960)
Fortified with minerals
Watch out for
Contains added sugar, contributing to overall sugar content
Presence of Caramel Colour (INS 150d), an ammonia-process caramel linked to 4-MEI, an IARC Group 2B substance
High in total protein, which may be a concern for individuals with specific dietary restrictions or kidney conditions
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.
Caramel Colour (Class III & IV) (E150c)
Classes III and IV of caramel colour (INS 150c/150d) are made with ammonia, a process that can generate 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI) as a by-product. IARC classifies 4-MEI as Group 2B, possibly carcinogenic to humans, and California lists it under Proposition 65 with a warning threshold — though EFSA's own re-evaluation did not reach the same level of concern as IARC's classification. This label does not state the product's 4-MEI concentration, so exposure from this specific product cannot be determined from the ingredient list alone. It is the colour that makes colas and dark sauces brown. Classes I and II are made without ammonia and do not carry this concern.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: IARC Monograph Vol. 101 (4-MEI); California Proposition 65; EFSA re-evaluation of caramel colours (2011)
Caramel Colour (Class III & IV): regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Caramel Colour (INS 150d), an ammonia-sulphite caramel colour. This type of caramel colour can generate 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI) during its manufacture. 4-MEI is classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) as Group 2B, 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' via ingestion. The concentration of 4-MEI in this product is not disclosed on the label.
The ingredient 'Flavours' is not specifically disclosed, which limits transparency regarding the specific compounds used for flavouring.
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 term 'Power Breakfast' is a marketing slogan and cannot be objectively verified from the provided label information.
Protein provides 27% of this product’s energy, meeting the 20% a “high protein” claim requires. (Protein claims are set on % of energy, not % by weight.)
The product is described as muesli and contains ingredients typical of muesli such as rolled oats, ragi flour, and rolled barley.
The ingredients list cocoa solids, which supports the 'choco' aspect of the claim.
The ingredients list fructo-oligosaccharides, which are prebiotics.
The nutrition information states 25g of protein per 100g.
The nutrition information states 300mg of Calcium per 100g, indicating enrichment.
The nutrition information states 111mg of Magnesium per 100g, indicating enrichment.
The nutrition information states 4mg of Zinc per 100g, indicating enrichment.
The ingredients list soy protein blend, textured soy protein, and soy protein concentrate.
The ingredients list almonds.
The ingredients list pumpkin seeds.
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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Soy Protein Blend 31%SOY PROTEIN BLEND (31%)
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Textured Soy Protein 27.4% within Soy Protein BlendTEXTURED SOY PROTEIN (27.4%)
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Soy Protein Concentrate 3.6% within Soy Protein BlendSOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE (3.6%)
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Rolled Oats 17.8%ROLLED OATS (17.8%)
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SugarSUGAR
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Ragi Flour 7.4%RAGI FLOUR (7.4%)
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Cocoa Solids 6.5%COCOA SOLIDS (6.5%)
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Rolled Barley 5.7%ROLLED BARLEY (5.7%)
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Fructo-Oligosaccharides 5.5%FRUCTO-OLIGOSACCHARIDES (PREBIOTICS)** (5.5%)
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Almonds 3%ALMONDS (3%)
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Pumpkin Seeds 3%PUMPKIN SEEDS (3%)
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Cereal ExtractCEREAL EXTRACT
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MineralsMINERALS
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Corn MealCORN MEAL
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FlavoursFLAVOURS (NATURE IDENTICAL)
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Colour (INS 150d) synthetic colourSulphite ammonia caramel (INS 150D)COLOUR (INS 150d)
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Iodised SaltIODISED SALT
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Antioxidant (INS 307b)ANTIOXIDANT (INS 307b)
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Sweetener (INS 960)SWEETENER (INS 960)
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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.
The label declares each of these as a blend and then lists what is in it. The components appear in the groups above on their own merits, so the blend itself is shown here rather than counted a second time.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
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| Energy | 370 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbohydrate | 62.1 g |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g |
| Added Sugars | 20 g |
| Total Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 11.7 g |
| Sodium | 185 mg |
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What are the ingredients in Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics?
The label of Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics lists 19 ingredients, in label order: Soy Protein Blend, Textured Soy Protein, Soy Protein Concentrate, Rolled Oats, Sugar, Ragi Flour, Cocoa Solids, Rolled Barley, Fructo-Oligosaccharides, Almonds, Pumpkin Seeds, Cereal Extract, Minerals, Corn Meal, Flavours, Colour (INS 150d), Iodised Salt, Antioxidant (INS 307b), Sweetener (INS 960). Flagged by the analysis: Colour (INS 150d), Sweetener (INS 960).
Is Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics safe to eat?
Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics scores 3.9/10 on Decode Label (Concerning). The score is capped for a specific safety reason, set out below. This breakfast cereal provides a good source of protein and fiber from its soy and grain blend. However, it contains added sugar and Caramel Colour (INS 150d), which is an ammonia-process caramel that can generate 4-MEI, a substance classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans. The specific flavouring compounds are also not disclosed. This product may not be ideal for those avoiding certain food additives or managing sugar intake, particularly for young children.
Why does Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics score 3.9/10?
What the analysis notes: Contains added sugar, contributing to overall sugar content. Presence of Caramel Colour (INS 150d), an ammonia-process caramel linked to 4-MEI, an IARC Group 2B substance. High in total protein, which may be a concern for individuals with specific dietary restrictions or kidney conditions.
Who should avoid Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding IARC Group 2B caramel-colour additives; Sensitive to undisclosed flavourings; Managing added sugar intake; Children under 5 due to sugar and additive concerns; Tree-nut allergy.
Is Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics suitable for babies or young children?
Infants under 1: Avoid. Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains tree nuts (Almonds), soy (Soy Protein Blend, Textured Soy Protein and Soy Protein Concentrate) and gluten (Rolled Barley). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics contain tree nuts?
Yes — the ingredient list names Almonds. People with tree-nut allergy should treat it as containing tree nuts, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics contain soy?
Yes — the ingredient list names Soy Protein Blend, Textured Soy Protein and Soy Protein Concentrate. People with soy allergy should treat it as containing soy, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
Does Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Rolled Barley. People with gluten / wheat sensitivity (coeliac disease) should treat it as containing gluten, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics?
21.5 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 20 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 12 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "POWER BREAKFAST" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics vegetarian?
Kellogg’s High Protein Muesli With Gut Friendly Prebiotics is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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