Is SPARTAN, MOUNTAIN TRAIL MIX Vegan?


Ingredients
PEANUTS: ROASTED IN PEANUT, SUNFLOWER AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL. RAISINS. CHOCOLATE CANDIES: CONFECTIONERY COATING [SUGAR, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), WHEY POWDER, NONFAT MILK POWDER, SOY LECITHIN (AN EMULSIFIER), VANILLIN (AN ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR)], SUGAR, ARTIFICIAL COLORING (INCLUDES YELLOW 6 LAKE, YELLOW 6, YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, BLUE 2 LAKE), GUM ARABIC, CORN SYRUP, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE. ALMONDS AND CASHEWS: ROASTED IN PEANUT, SUNFLOWER AND/OR COTTONSEED OIL.
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.


