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Mother’s Lime Pickle contains lime pieces, brine, edible common salt, edible vegetable oil, spices and condiments, acidity regulator IN 260 and asafoetida.
The pickle is made of primarily limes preserved in brine, an unspecified vegetable oil and spices and condiments.
We are disappointed to see that the quantity of salt used in the product is not mentioned on the food label, more especially as this is a pickle and they usually tend to contain high levels of salt, and customers buying this product have the right to know about the quantity of ingredients they are consuming.
This food product does not specify which edible vegetable oil has been used. We believe that it is not responsible behaviour for a brand to avoid clearly stating what ingredients have been used. Certain vegetable oils contain very large amounts of biologically active fats called Omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which could be harmful in excess.
The foodnetindia rating for this product :-
foodnetindia safety rating: 8 -(On a scale of 1 to 10 from very unsafe to very safe)
Mother’s Lime Pickle contains an unspecified edible vegetable oil and also the salt quantity is not mentioned on the food label.
We believe that it is not responsible behaviour for a brand to avoid clearly stating what ingredients have been used.
Pickles such as these are commonly eaten in small quantities as additions to food and not as a meal replacement. And this product does not use any chemical additives and has used traditional recipes and ingredients. We consider this food to be safe.
foodnetindia wholesomeness rating : 7 – (On a scale of 1 to 10 from very unbalanced nutrition profile to excellent nutrition profile)
Lime and spices are a healthy addition to any wholesome meal, but we will warn people about the high amount of salt in such foods.
Ingredients of concern in Mother’s Lime Pickle
Salt
Certain manufacturers do not mention the quantity of salt contained in their products. High sodium diets have been known to be the cause of high blood pressure, heart disease, etc. The recommended daily intake of salt is between 1-3 grams.
Edible Vegetable Oil
This food product does not specify which edible vegetable oil has been used. We believe that it is not responsible behaviour for a brand to avoid clearly stating what ingredients have been used.
Certain vegetable oils contain very large amounts of biologically active fats called Omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which could be harmful in excess. Excess polyunsaturated fats may react with oxygen and oxidised Omega-6 fats can damage body functions and perhaps even vital structures like DNA. In addition, consumers need clear information about the type of vegetable oil used, so that they can take action to maintain a healthy balance between Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acid consumption.
In addition, some people may be allergic to specific oils. Food allergies can sometimes be life threatening.
Ingredients present which are not a concern:
- Lime pieces,
- Brine,
- Spices and condiments,
- Acidity regulator IN 260
- Asafoetida
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