Is WHOLE FOODS MARKET, JAMBALAYA SOUP Vegan?


Ingredients
CHICKEN STOCK (WATER, CHICKEN BROTH CONCENTRATE (CHICKEN STOCK, NATURAL FLAVOR, SALT, SUGAR AND YEAST EXTRACT]), SHRIMP, PORK ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE (PORK, WATER, NON FAT DRY MILK, SALT, DEXTROSE, SPICES, VINEGAR, CELERY JUICE POWDER, PAPRIKA, GARLIC, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVORING), TOMATOES, WHITE ONIONS, YELLOW BELL PEPPERS, ROASTED RED BELL PEPPERS, GREEN BELL PEPPERS BROWN RICE, TOMATO PASTE (100% TOMATOES), BUTTER (CREAM AND SALT), FLOUR (HIGH PROTEIN WHEAT FLOUR), EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL, GARLIC, SEA SALT, OREGANO, HOT SAUCE (AGED RED CAYENNE PEPPERS, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT), RICE STARCH, CHILI POWDER (CHILI PEPPER SPICES, SALT, GARLIC, SILICON DIOXIDE-2% MAXIMUM), CUMIN, BLACK PEPPER, BAY LEAF, WHITE PEPPER, CAYENNE PEPPER.
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.


