Tootsie, tootsie pops, miniatures, assorted kid flavors

Why this score

• Capped: contains Corn Syrupadded-sugar load
• Capped: contains Partially hydrogenated soybean oilFDA: partially hydrogenated oils (artificial trans fat) not allowed since 2018
• Capped: contains FD&C Red 40FDA-regulated azo dye — hyperactivity warnings (EU)
• Capped: contains Blue 1FDA-certified synthetic dye (triarylmethane, not azo)
• Ultra-processed + additivesNOVA group 4 (ultra-processed) combined with a flagged additive — capped at 6.
• High in sugarFSA traffic lights per 100g: high sugar 60 g (−1.5).

Ingredients (12)

• 3SugarHighly refined; major contributor to added sugars in diet.
• 2Corn SyrupRefined added sweetener; linked to metabolic concerns.
• 2Partially hydrogenated soybean oilTrans fat; harmful cardiovascular effects
• 7Citric AcidNatural preservative and acidulant; safe in typical supplement amounts.
• 7Condensed skim milkProcessed dairy; nutrient-dense but concentrated, high in lactose
• 7CocoaNatural ingredient; processed with alkali but retains some antioxidants.
• 8WheyMilk byproduct, natural protein source, minimally processed.
• 5artificial and natural flavorsMix of synthetic and natural flavorings; moderately processed.
• 6Soy lecithinProcessed emulsifier; derived from soy; generally recognized as safe.
• 2FD&C Red 40Synthetic dye; offers no nutritional value, linked to behavioral concerns
• 1Blue 1Synthetic triarylmethane dye; potential carcinogen concerns in animal studies.
• 8Turmeric coloringNatural plant-based colorant; contains curcumin with anti-inflammatory properties

Allergens

Contains: soy, milk

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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