Is Hamburger Helper Pasta Cheesy Italian Shells, 6.1 Ounces Box Vegan?


Ingredients
ENRICHED PASTA (WHEAT FLOUR, NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), DAIRY SOLIDS*, SUGAR, SALT, CORNSTARCH, TOMATOES*, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: WHEAT FLOUR, ONION*, GARLIC*, CITRIC ACID, CHEESES* (CHEDDAR, BLUE AND PARMESAN [MILK, SALT, CULTURES, ENZYMES]), WHEY, BUTTERMILK*, COCONUT OIL, NATURAL FLAVORS, PALM OIL POWDER (PALM OIL, LACTOSE, SODIUM CASEINATE, POTASSIUM PHOSPHATE), MALTODEXTRIN, NON-FAT MILK*, YEAST EXTRACT, SODIUM PHOSPHATE, VEGETABLE OIL (CANOLA, SOYBEAN, AND/OR SUNFLOWER), OREGANO*, MARJORAM*, THYME*, ROSEMARY*, SAVORY*, SAGE*, BASIL*, PARSLEY*, MONOGLYCERIDES, ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR), MALIC ACID, SPICES, DEXTROSE. *DRIED
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.


