Is Smooth Ranch Tortilla Chips - 9.75oz - Market Pantry™ Vegan?


Ingredients
Ground Yellow Corn, Vegetable Oil (Contains One Or More Of The Following: Corn, Sunflower, Safflower Or Canola Oil), Whey, Salt, Dry Buttermilk, Butter (Cream, Salt), Corn Syrup Solids, Tomato Powder, Cheddar Cheese (Cultured Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Enzymes), Monosodium Glutamate, Onion Powder, Natural & Artificial Flavor, Corn Starch, Garlic Powder, Parsley, Malic Acid, Spice, Lactic Acid, Yeast Extract, Citric Acid, Gum Arabic, Glycerol, Artificial Color (Titanium Dioxide, Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1, Yellow 5 Lake), Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Diacetate
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.


