Chewy ounce packages

Spree's Chewy Ounce Packages are a vibrant, fruity treat packed with colorful artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Blue 2. While their eye-catching appearance makes them fun, consumers seeking dye-free options will want to check the ingredient list carefully. These chewy candies are perfect for those who enjoy a sweet, tangy, and fruity flavor experience with a splash of bright color.

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

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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.