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Skittles - variety pack
candies
4out of 10
PoorClearEaty's score — our opinion, not medical advice
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Why this score
- Capped: contains Artificial flavorssynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
- Capped: contains Acesulfame PotassiumNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
- Capped: contains Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
- Capped: contains Yellow 5FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
- Capped: contains SucraloseNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
- Capped: contains AspartameNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
- Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
- Capped: contains Yellow 6FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
- Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
Ingredients (17)
- 7Citric acidNatural preservative and flavoring; generally safe in normal amounts
- 4Artificial flavorsSynthetic flavor compounds; chemical composition often proprietary.
- 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose absorption; minimal nutritional value.
- 6Monocalcium phosphateChemical leavening agent; safe but highly processed.
- 3Acesulfame PotassiumArtificial sweetener; some studies suggest potential metabolic effects; limited long-term safety data.
- 2Artificial colorSynthetic dyes; associated with behavioral concerns in sensitive individuals.
- 1Red 40Synthetic azo dye; artificial color additive.
- 5Natural and artificial flavorsMixed flavor sources; vague labeling, likely includes synthetics.
- 6Magnesium OxideMineral supplement; less bioavailable form but generally safe
- 1Yellow 5Synthetic azo dye; associated with hyperactivity concerns in some studies.
- 7Sodium CitrateFood additive; mineral salt; pH buffer; safe in normal amounts.
- 6SaltPreservative and flavoring; essential nutrient in moderate amounts.
- 3SucraloseArtificial sweetener; safe but non-nutritive; digestive effects possible.
- 3AspartameArtificial sweetener; safety debated; insufficient conclusive evidence of harm
- 7Malic acidNatural preservative from apples; safe; adds tart flavor.
- 1Blue 1Synthetic food dye; generally recognized safe but artificial
- 1Yellow 6Synthetic dye; no nutritional value; potential sensitivity in susceptible individuals
How ClearEaty scores food
ClearEaty gives every food a single 1–10 score built from two honest principles:
the quality of what's actually on the ingredient list, and how heavily the food is processed.
Recognizable whole-food ingredients lift the score; additives, refined oils, and heavily
processed inputs pull it down. The score is our own opinion to help you
compare products at a glance — it is not a medical judgment, and dietary badges above
reflect label claims only.
Score reflects ClearEaty's ingredient- and processing-based opinion.
Always read the actual label for allergens and medical needs.
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