"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 la maltodextrine?
Maltodextrin is a white, odorless powder commonly used as a food additive. It is produced by breaking down starches, such as corn or wheat, into smaller molecules. Maltodextrin is a complex carbohydrate with a relatively high glycemic index, meaning it can rapidly raise blood sugar levels. It is often used in processed foods as a thickener, filler, or sweetener, and can also be found in sports drinks and other nutritional supplements as a source of quick energy. Despite its widespread use, maltodextrin is a controversial ingredient due to its potential effects on blood sugar and overall health.
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.