milk chocolate m&m's

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• Capped: contains Yellow 6 lakeFDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 2 Lake (Indigo Carmine)FDA-certified synthetic dye (indigoid, not azo)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• Medium sugar, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium sugar 18 g (−0.2); medium saturated fat 3.5 g (−0.2) (total −0.4).

Ingredients (25)

• 4Milk chocolateProcessed but contains milk, cocoa solids, and nutrients; high sugar content limits healthfulness
• 3SugarRefined carbohydrate; high glycemic impact; contributes to weight and metabolic disease.
• 5ChocolateProcessed chocolate; contains cocoa but also added sugars and fats.
• 8Skim milkMinimally processed, excellent protein and calcium source
• 8Cocoa butterNatural fat from cocoa; high in saturated fat but unrefined.
• 7LactoseDairy sugar; fermentable; may cause discomfort in lactose-intolerant individuals.
• 8milk fatNatural saturated fat; minimal processing; essential fat-soluble vitamins; whole food source.
• 6Soy lecithinNatural emulsifier from soy; safe in small amounts, well-tolerated.
• 6SaltEssential mineral; present in excess amounts linked to hypertension.
• 6Natural FlavorFood-derived flavoring; less harmful than artificial but vague composition.
• 4CornstarchHighly refined carbohydrate, minimal nutritional value, mainly filler
• 2Corn syrupHighly processed sweetener with minimal nutritional value.
• 4DextrinModified carbohydrate; highly processed, minimal nutritional value.
• 2Brilliant Blue FCF LakeSynthetic colorant; potential hyperactivity concerns in sensitive individuals.
• 1Yellow 6Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
• 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity concerns in some studies.
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triphenylmethane dye; artificial color additive.
• 2Yellow 6 lakeSynthetic dye; potential allergen; artificial coloring agent
• 2Red 40 LakeArtificial colorant; FDA approved but controversial
• 2Yellow 5 lakeSynthetic dye; potential allergen; artificial coloring agent
• 3Blue 2 Lake (Indigo Carmine)Synthetic dye; some studies link it to hyperactivity concerns.
• 2Artificial Color Blue 2Synthetic dye, potential allergenic reactions, no nutritional benefit
• 7Carnauba waxPlant-derived wax; food gloss/coating; generally safe.
• 7Gum AcaciaNatural tree gum; soluble fiber, minimal processing, generally safe

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk

May contain: peanuts

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.