Hershey's
Hershey's Milkshake Strawberry Flavour
180 ml
180 ml
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product receives a 'POOR' rating due to its extremely high sugar content. A single 180ml serving contains 21.24g of sugar, which constitutes over 42% of the FSSAI's recommended daily allowance for added sugar. While it is fortified with vitamins and minerals, this positive aspect is heavily outweighed by the excessive sugar, making it an unhealthy choice for regular consumption. The use of synthetic color also detracts from its health score.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
2 g
of RDA
Very low in Protein. This is not a significant source.
Carbohydrates
15.86 g
of RDA
Contributes 5% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Energy
86.44 Kcal
of RDA
Contributes 4% of daily Energy needs.
Total Fat
1.67 g
of RDA
Contributes 3% of daily Total Fat needs.
Saturated Fat
0.5 g
of RDA
Low in Saturated Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0.1 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
11.8 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Fortified Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
Blend one 180ml pack of Hershey's Strawberry Milkshake with half a frozen banana and two tablespoons of rolled oats. Pour the mixture into a bowl. Top with fresh sliced strawberries and a teaspoon of chia seeds for a thicker, more nutritious meal.
Health Benefits
Adds natural vitamins, fiber, and healthy fats to help slow sugar absorption and increase satiety.
Quick Strawberry Sabudana Kheer
Soak two tablespoons of sabudana (tapioca pearls) for 30 minutes. Cook the sabudana in a little water until translucent. Add the Hershey's Strawberry Milkshake and simmer on low heat for 5-7 minutes until it thickens. Garnish with chopped pistachios and serve chilled.
Health Benefits
Creates a more balanced dessert by adding complex carbohydrates from sabudana, making it more filling.
Additive Analysis
The additives used, including emulsifiers (460(i), 466, 471), sequestrant (339(ii)), and thickener (415), are permitted by FSSAI. The synthetic color Erythrosine (127) is also permitted but is a point of concern for some consumers. The primary health risk is not from the additives but from the extremely high sugar content.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
Artificial Flavors
Marketing Claims
The marketing is questionable. While claims about fortification with vitamins and calcium are technically true, the use of phrases like 'Milk Shake' and 'Fortified with Goodness!' creates a misleadingly healthy image. This distracts from the fact that the product is a high-sugar beverage with sugar as the second-largest ingredient. The term 'Milk Shake' is also debatable as it contains only 8% milk solids.