Is Morinaga Hi-Chew Strawberry Fruit Chews, 1.76-Ounce Packages (Pack of 20) Vegetarian?

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 2 ingredients that derive from meat or fish.

Why it's not vegetarian

  • carmine
  • gelatin

carmine

Dietitian note

Carmine (cochineal or e120) is made from crushed insects. It is typically found in red apple sauce, red lollipops and food colorings.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

gelatin

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Ingredients

Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Gelatin, Flavors, Strawberry Concentrated Juice, Dl-malic Acid, Citric Acid, Emusifiers, Sodium Lactate Solution, Natural Colors (Beta Carotene, Carmine)

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What is a Vegetarian diet?

A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.

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VeganNo

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 2 ingredients that derive from animals and 1 ingredient that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

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Dairy FreeYes

Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.

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Where to buy

Morinaga Hi-Chew Strawberry Fruit Chews, 1.76-Ounce Packages (Pack of 20) is available at 1 retailer

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About this product

Candy · Candy Piece

Flavor
FruitySweet
Texture
Chewy
Commonly used for
SnackingOn The Go
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