Candy Straws, Strawberry, Orange, Lemonade, Watermelon, Blue Raspberry, Grape

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Artificial Flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugar; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 47 g (−1.5); medium salt 0.5 g (−0.2) (total −1.7).

Ingredients (23)

• 2Corn SyrupRefined added sweetener; linked to metabolic concerns.
• 5Enriched wheat flourRefined white flour: bran and germ removed, so it has less fiber than whole grain. Often enriched with added vitamins.
• 8NiacinB vitamin; essential nutrient added to fortified grain products.
• 8Ferrous SulfateIron supplement; bioavailable mineral for fortification
• 8Thiamin MononitrateForm of vitamin B1; essential nutrient.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient for grain fortification.
• 8Folic acidVitamin B9; critical prenatal nutrient added to enriched grains.
• 3SugarHighly refined; major contributor to added sugars in diet.
• 4Palm OilHighly saturated fat; environmental and health concerns.
• 6SaltCommon ingredient; moderate sodium content in product per label.
• 6Glyceryl monostearateEmulsifier; synthetic, purpose is texture but limited safety concerns.
• 4CornstarchHighly refined carbohydrate, minimal nutritional value, mainly filler
• 6Natural FlavorMinimally processed flavoring; source and extraction method often unclear
• 7GlycerinNatural humectant, widely used for skin hydration in cosmetics.
• 7Citric acidNatural preservative from citrus; safe, commonly used, generally recognized as safe.
• 6Potassium sorbateChemical preservative; safe at approved levels.
• 4Artificial FlavorSynthetic compound with no nutritional value; unnecessary for food
• 5Mineral OilRefined petroleum derivative; occlusive but may clog pores for sensitive skin.
• 1Red 40Synthetic dye; associated with hyperactivity concerns in sensitive individuals
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triarylmethane dye; potential carcinogen concerns in animal studies.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity and allergic reactions.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity in sensitive children.
• 7Carnauba WaxNatural plant wax, food-safe glazing agent, indigestible but generally recognized safe

Allergens

Contains: gluten

From the product label and its ingredient list, and not part of the score. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.

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