Chewy Extreme Sour

Chewy Extreme Sour is a tangy, chewy candy that delivers a bold sour punch with a colorful array of artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Blue 2. While its vibrant appearance and intense flavor make it a fun treat, consumers seeking dye-free options may want to consider other candies. Enjoy this candy for its playful look and zesty taste, knowing it contains multiple artificial food dyes.

Ingredients: Dextrose, corn syrup, malic acid, hydrogenated coconut oil, and less than 2% of maltodextrin, calcium stearate, egg albumen, natural flavors, mono - and diglycerides, carnauba wax, blue 1 lake, blue 2 lake, red 40 lake, yellow 5 lake, yellow 6 lake.

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Artificial Dyes Found

Red 40

The most widely used artificial red dye in the United States.

Origin: Derived from petroleum byproducts.

Health concerns: May cause hyperactivity in some children and allergic reactions.

Yellow 5

A bright yellow dye common in snacks and drinks.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: May cause allergic reactions, especially in aspirin-sensitive individuals.

Yellow 6

An orange-yellow dye often found in beverages and candy.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: May cause hyperactivity and potential allergic reactions.

Blue 1

A bright blue synthetic dye used in candies and drinks.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: Generally considered safe, but may cause allergic reactions in rare cases.

Blue 2

A synthetic blue dye found in candy and pet food.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: Possible link to brain tumors in animal studies.