Is BBQ SAUCE Vegan?


Ingredients
TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE, CITRIC ACID), FITZ'S BLACK CHERRY SYRUP (SUGAR, WATER, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL COLOR, SODIUM BENZOATE, CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL FLAVORS), CHIPOTLE PEPPERS, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SUGAR, SALT, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% SPICES, SOYBEAN OIL, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER, HICKORY SMOKE FLAVOR, PRODUCT CONTAINS MORE THAN 10% BUT LESS THAN 80% ACETIC ACID WHICH IS A NATURAL CONSTITUENT OF LIQUID SMOKE), WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE CONCENTRATE (DISTILLED VINEGAR, MOLASSES, CORN SYRUP, SALT, CARAMEL COLOR, GARLIC POWDER, SUGAR, SPICES, TAMARIND, NATURAL FLAVOR), SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS).
What is a Vegan diet?
A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.


