"You are amazing, this has saved me so much time when grocery shopping!"
— Austin, a user who reached out with feedback
"It's been a great tool since starting my journey! You take a pic of the nutrition/ingredients, and it'll warn you of anything questionable or not vegan. 😁"
— Ashe, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
"Use a vegan app when you go shopping, I use WhatsVegan."
— Dóra, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
So, what is charbon végétal?
Charbon végétal, or vegetable charcoal, is a natural food ingredient that is made by burning various plant materials, such as coconut shells or hardwood, in the absence of oxygen. The resulting charcoal is then ground into a fine powder that is used in a variety of culinary applications. It is prized for its ability to adsorb toxins and impurities, making it a popular ingredient in detox drinks and supplements. In addition, it is often used as a natural food coloring agent due to its deep black color, adding a unique touch to dishes such as ice cream, bread, and macarons.
We've built a vegan ingredients scanner that classifies food ingredients as "vegan", "non-vegan", or "potentially vegan".
It allows you to avoid non-vegan ingredients - just take a picture of a product's ingredient list, and the app tells you if the product is vegan or not.