Is CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP Vegan?


Ingredients
CHICKEN STOCK, CHICKEN MEAT, TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), TORTILLA CHIPS (GROUND WHITE CORN TREATED WITH LIME, WATER, CELLULOSE), COOKED BLACK BEANS, CARROTS, ONIONS, PEPPERS, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF:CELERY SUGAR, ROASTED GREEN CHILES, COOKED WITH HOMINY, MODIFIED CONCENTRATE, CILANTRO, SOY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONIONS, MODIFIED RICE STARCH, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, CHICKEN INCLUDING CHICKEN JUICES, FLAVORING HYDROLYZED SOY PROTEIN, CITRIC ACID, CHICKEN FAT, PAPRIKA, DEHYDRATED CHICKEN, TURMERIC [FOR COLOR], WHEY CARAMEL COLOR, TURMERIC, CANOLA OIL SESAME OIL, NISIN PREPARATION, SODIUM INOSINATE, SUNFLOWER OIL, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVORING.
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.


