Is Clam chowder Vegan?

Ingredients
Cooked clams in juice (clams, clam juice, sodium phosphates, salt, calcium disodium EDTA), Water, Potatoes (potatoes, sodium metabisulphites), Milk, Cream (cream, milk, cellulose gel, carrageenan, cellulose gum, celery, Onions, Cooked bacon (pork, salt, sugar, sodium phosphate, sodium erythorbate, spice, sodium nitrite, smoke, propylene glycol, polysorbate 80), Butter, Wheat flour, Soup base (modified corn starch, skim milk powder, whey, salt, corn syrup solids, sugar, canola oil, onion powder, natural flavour, spices, caramel colour, turmeric, paprika), Whey protein concentrate, Clam base (cooked clams [clams, water], clam broth [water, clams, maltodextrin, potato flour, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, flavour, Seasoning (cooked clams in juice, sea salt, vegetable oil, onion powder, garlic powder, seasoning [contains sulphites], spices, xanthan gum), Cultured dextrose, Whey powder, Lemon juice, Sea salt, Vegetable oil, Natural flavour, Spices, xanthan gum
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.


