Is there any monosodium glutamate in Complan?
No, there is no MSG – or any other flavour enhancer – in Complan. What kinds of carbohydrates and oils are used in Complan products? The oil in Complan is palm olein oil, a ‘fraction’ of palm oil. It is a vegetable oil, which provides a suitable level of essential fatty acids and is more stable than other very liquid oils (e.g. soy oil can go rancid very quickly). The carbohydrates are a blend of lactose, maltodextrin and glucose syrup, with some sucrose and dextrose in some flavours. Maltodextrin (derived from maize) is not as sweet as lactose or sucrose, so balances the flavours. It may also give a feeling of fullness to the consumer. Is there any caffeine in Complan? Only the Coffee and Chocolate flavours contain caffeine, and this is only present as a component of the flavourings. All other flavours are caffeine free. Does Complan contain any yeast or tyramine? Yeast, as such, is not used as an ingredient in any variety of Complan, but the Chicken and Vegetable Flavours do contain
