Spearmint Artificial Flavor Sugar Free Gum

Why this score

• Capped: contains Natural and artificial flavorsynthetic flavoring — undisclosed composition
• Capped: contains Acesulfame potassiumNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
• Capped: contains AspartameNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
• Capped: contains BHTNTP: anticipated carcinogen
• Capped: contains SucraloseNutri-Score 2023: component of concern
• Capped: contains Yellow 5 lakeFDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.

Ingredients (15)

• 6SorbitolSugar alcohol sweetener; acceptable, may cause digestive upset.
• 5Gum baseUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 7XylitolNatural sugar alcohol, low glycemic index, dental benefits
• 6MaltitolSugar alcohol; lower calorie but may cause digestive issues
• 5SyrupUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 5Natural and artificial flavorPartially artificial; vague proprietary blend, minimal transparency.
• 7GlycerinHumectant; safe, naturally-derived, retains moisture.
• 3Acesulfame potassiumArtificial sweetener; some studies suggest potential metabolic concerns
• 3AspartameArtificial sweetener; generally recognized safe but controversial; not whole food
• 2BHTSynthetic preservative; potential health concerns
• 6PhenylalanineEssential amino acid; naturally occurring but requires PKU warning
• 5MannitolSugar alcohol, processed but generally safe in moderate amounts.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 3SucraloseArtificial sweetener; synthetic, not naturally occurring.
• 3Yellow 5 lakeSynthetic dye; potential allergen; artificial coloring agent

Allergens

Contains: soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.