Is ORIGINAL SAUCE Vegan?


Ingredients
TOMATO PUREE FROM CONCENTRATE, DISTILLED VINEGAR, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, BROWN SUGAR, SUGAR, SALAD MUSTARD (DISTILLED VINEGAR AND WATER, NO. 1 GRADE MUSTARD SEED, SALT, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF TUMERIC, PAPRIKA, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVOR, GARLIC POWDER), APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, RED WINE VINEGAR, SALT, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, SPICES, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE CONCENTRATE (MOLASSES, VINEGAR, WATER, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVOR, GARLIC POWDER, CARAMEL COLOR, SALT, ANCHOVIES, TAMARIND, SULFITING AGENT), SOYBEAN OIL, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, DEHYDRATED ONION, XANTHAN GUM, CARAMEL COLOR, LESS THAN 1/10 OF 1% SODIUM BENZOATE ADDED AS A PRESERVATIVE.
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.


