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Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala
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This noodle product is primarily whole wheat flour, offering a base that is generally well-tolerated. However, the 'tastemaker' component introduces several additives that warrant attention. The presence of Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides (E 635) as a flavour enhancer is a key concern for individuals managing gout due to its purine content. While the product contains various spices and vegetable powders, the overall formulation includes multiple processed ingredients and flavour enhancers, contributing to its ultra-processed nature. The sodium and sugar content, though not explicitly quantified here, are common concerns in instant noodle products and are particularly relevant for young children. The product is generally suitable for healthy adults in moderation, but those with specific dietary restrictions or health conditions, especially gout, should exercise caution.
At a glance
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What’s favorable
- Spices and Condiments
- Chilli
- Coriander
- Cumin
- Pepper
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Contains flavour enhancer Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides; high in processed ingredients
This noodle product is made primarily from whole wheat flour. However, its seasoning packet contains Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides, a flavour enhancer that is a purine source and should be noted by individuals managing gout. The product also includes other processed ingredients and additives, which is typical for instant noodles. While it offers a convenient meal, its overall composition points to an ultra-processed food.
Consider this product carefully if you are
- Avoiding certain additives or colours — Flavour Enhancer is declared.
Declared allergens: Gluten
Relevant if you have this allergy or intolerance.
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.
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- Diet. Vegetarian, vegan, Jain, no egg, no dairy.
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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 5.6 g · trans fat 0.1 g per 100 g/ml
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains added sugar and sodium, which should be limited in young children's diets.
What's good
Main ingredient is whole wheat flour, providing fiber
Contains a variety of natural spices and vegetable powders
Transparently declares specific additives with their E-numbers
Watch out for
Contains Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides (E 635), a purine source relevant for people managing gout
Includes added sugar and salt, contributing to overall intake
Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein can carry process contaminants
Overall formulation is characteristic of an ultra-processed food
Acidity Regulator — flagged as a moderate-level concern — see the ingredient breakdown below.
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.
Disodium Ribonucleotides (E635)
E635 is a mixture of disodium inosinate (E631) and disodium guanylate (E627). Both are purine nucleotides, which the body breaks down to uric acid. People with gout or hyperuricaemia, or who have been advised to limit purines, may wish to limit foods containing it. The amounts used in foods are small, so the concern applies to people already managing uric acid rather than to the general population.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA; WHO; Arthritis Foundation
Disodium Ribonucleotides: regulation, sources and other products →Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein
Hydrolysed vegetable protein is a savoury flavour base made by breaking vegetable protein into amino acids, which gives a concentrated glutamate taste. When it is made with acid, chloropropanols such as 3-MCPD can form as a by-product, and the EU food safety authority has set a tolerable daily intake for 3-MCPD. The label does not say how it was made, so this is information, not a finding about this product.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: EFSA Panel on Contaminants, Risks for human health related to the presence of 3- and 2-monochloropropanediol (MCPD) and glycidyl fatty acid esters in food, EFSA Journal 2016;14(5):4426
Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein: 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 →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
Contains Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides (E 635), a flavour enhancer that is a purine source and should be noted by individuals managing gout.
Claim check
4 claims 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 ingredient list does not contain oats, lentils, or brown rice.
The ingredient list includes Flavour Enhancer (E 635), which is a combination of disodium inosinate and disodium guanylate, often used in conjunction with MSG or as an MSG replacer to enhance umami flavor.
The product contains 10.17g of protein per 100g, which is less than the claimed 15g. Per serving (69g), it contains approximately 7.02g of protein.
The product contains 7.84g of fiber per 100g, which is less than the claimed 9g. Per serving (69g), it contains approximately 5.41g of fiber.
The label does not provide information about the manufacturing process (air-dried vs. fried) to verify this claim.
The label declares Edible Vegetable Oil without naming what is in it, so this could be inside an unnamed oil blend. The list cannot confirm the claim — but it cannot contradict it either.
This is a subjective claim about consumer preference and approval that cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The label declares Edible Vegetable Oil without naming what it is, so the list cannot establish whether this product contains palm oil.
The ingredient list does not contain Maida (refined wheat flour).
The ingredient list does not contain refined flour.
The primary ingredient is Whole Wheat Flour (80.26%).
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
31 entries as printed on the label · 29 distinct ingredients (some are declared more than once).
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Whole Wheat Flour 80.26%Whole Wheat Flour (80.26%)
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Rice Bran Oil
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Iodized Salt
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Raising AgentRaising Agent (E 500 (ii))
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Wheat Gluten
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity Regulator (E 451)
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Guar Gum
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Spices & CondimentsSpices & Condiments (Chilli, Coriander, Cumin, Pepper, Turmeric, Fennel, Fenugreek)
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Chilli within Spices & Condiments
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Coriander within Spices & Condiments
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Cumin within Spices & Condiments
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Pepper within Spices & Condiments
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Turmeric within Spices & Condiments
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Fennel within Spices & Condiments
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Fenugreek within Spices & Condiments
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Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein
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Salt
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Sugar
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Vegetable PowdersVegetable Powders (Garlic, Onion)
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Garlic within Vegetable Powders
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Onion within Vegetable Powders
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Maltodextrin
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Edible Starch
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Dehydrated VegetablesDehydrated Vegetables (Garlic, Carrot)
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Garlic within Dehydrated Vegetables
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Carrot within Dehydrated Vegetables
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Flavour EnhancerFlavour Enhancer (E 635)
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Acidity RegulatorAcidity Regulator (E 330)
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Anticaking AgentAnticaking Agent (E 551)
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Edible Vegetable Oil
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Paprika Extract trace amountPaprika Extract (E 160c)
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.
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
About this ingredient
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 464.87 kcal |
| Protein | 10.17 g |
| Carbohydrate | 64.13 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.78 g |
| Added Sugars | 1 g |
| Total Fat | 18.63 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 7.84 g |
| Sodium | 928.76 mg |
| Cholesterol | 1 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 Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala?
The label of Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala lists 29 ingredients, in label order: Whole Wheat Flour, Rice Bran Oil, Iodised Salt, Raising Agents, Wheat gluten, Guar gum, Spices and Condiments, Chilli, Coriander, Cumin, Pepper, Turmeric, Fennel, Fenugreek, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein, Salt, Sugar, Vegetable Powders, Onion, Maltodextrin, Edible Starch, Dehydrated Vegetables, Garlic, Carrot, Flavour Enhancer, Acidity Regulator, Anticaking Agent, Edible Vegetable Oil, Paprika Extract. Flagged by the analysis: Flavour Enhancer, Acidity Regulator, Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein.
Is Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala safe to eat?
Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala scores 4.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This noodle product is made primarily from whole wheat flour. However, its seasoning packet contains Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides, a flavour enhancer that is a purine source and should be noted by individuals managing gout. The product also includes other processed ingredients and additives, which is typical for instant noodles. While it offers a convenient meal, its overall composition points to an ultra-processed food.
Why does Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala score 4.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Hydrolysed Vegetable Protein can carry process contaminants. Also noted: Contains Disodium 5'-ribonucleotides (E 635), a purine source relevant for people managing gout. Includes added sugar and salt, contributing to overall intake.
Who should avoid Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Managing gout (due to purines); Avoiding processed food additives; Sensitive to flavour enhancers; Celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Is Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
Does Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains gluten (Whole Wheat Flour and Wheat gluten). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala contain gluten?
Yes — the ingredient list names Whole Wheat Flour 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.
How much sugar is in Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala?
3.8 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 1 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Is Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala high in salt?
Yes — 929 mg of sodium per 100 g (about 2.32 g of salt), above the 1.5 g of salt per 100 g that UK front-of-pack labelling marks as high.
Are the claims on the Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 11 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "GOODNESS Of Oats, Lentils & Brown Rice" — false. "ZERO ADDED MSG" — false. "15G Protein" — misleading.
Is Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala vegetarian?
Nourishing Instant Noodles Masala 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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