Balaji
Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen
About Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen
Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen is made by Balaji and sits in the Indian Savouries category. Its barcode (GTIN) is 8906074400956. TruthIn has analysed it using the TruthIn Ingredient Rating System (TIRS), which scores packaged foods from 0 to 5 based on their ingredients, level of processing and nutrient profile.
It scores 2.3 out of 5, which TIRS rates as "Okay". On the NOVA food-processing scale it is NOVA 3 (processed food). The label lists 2 ingredients, starting with synthetic food color, starch.
The full TruthIn product report adds a safety rating for every ingredient and 10 nutrient values per 100g, each marked as good or of concern, so you can judge it against other indian savouries before you buy.
Quick facts
- Product
- Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen
- Brand
- Balaji
- Category
- Indian Savouries
- Barcode (GTIN)
- 8906074400956
- TIRS rating
- 2.3 / 5 (Okay)
- Processing level
- NOVA 3 (processed food)
- Ingredients listed
- 2
Ingredients (2)
synthetic food color, starch
Compare with similar indian savouries
| Product | TIRS | NOVA | Ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen (this product) | 2.3 | 3 | 2 |
| Asians Special Energy Snacks (Asians) | 4.0 | 3 | 1 |
| A2B Navadhanya Mixture (A2B) | 3.7 | 3 | 0 |
| Bishanlal Babulal's All In One Namkeen (Bishanlal Babulal's) | 3.7 | 3 | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Is Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen healthy?
Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen has a TruthIn TIRS rating of 2.3 out of 5 ("Okay"). TIRS combines ingredient quality, processing level and nutrient profile into one score, where 5 is best.
Is Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen ultra-processed?
No. Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen is classed as NOVA 3 (processed food), not as ultra-processed (NOVA 4).
What are the ingredients in Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen?
Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen lists 2 ingredients: synthetic food color, starch.
Does Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen contain palm oil?
No palm oil or palm-derived ingredient appears among its 2 listed ingredients.
Does Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen contain added sugar?
No sugar or sweetening syrup appears among its 2 listed ingredients.
What are healthier alternatives to Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen?
Among indian savouries rated by TruthIn, Asians Special Energy Snacks (4.0), A2B Navadhanya Mixture (3.7), Bishanlal Babulal's All In One Namkeen (3.7) score higher on TIRS than Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen (2.3).
Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen vs Asians Special Energy Snacks: which is healthier?
Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen scores 2.3 on TIRS and Asians Special Energy Snacks scores 4.0, so Asians Special Energy Snacks rates higher. Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen lists 2 ingredients and Asians Special Energy Snacks lists 1.
What is the barcode of Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen?
The barcode (GTIN) of Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen is 8906074400956.
What is in the TruthIn report for Balaji Ghanshyam Namkeen?
The report covers nutrition per 100g and per serving with each nutrient marked as good or of concern, and a safe / caution / concern rating for every ingredient.