Christmas mint chocolate candy ounce

M&M's Christmas Mint Chocolate Candy Ounce is a festive treat combining refreshing mint flavors with rich chocolate. Please note, it contains artificial food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Blue 2, which add vibrant color but may be a concern for those avoiding synthetic additives. Enjoy this colorful confection as part of your holiday celebrations or gift-giving!

Ingredients: Milk chocolate (sugar, chocolate, skim milk, cocoa butter, lactose, milkfat, soy lecithin, salt, artificial flavors), sugar, cornstarch, less than 1% - corn syrup, dextrin, coloring (includes red 40, yellow 5, blue 1, yellow 6, red 40 lake, yellow 5 lake, blue 1 lake, yellow 6 lake, blue 2 lake, blue 2), natural flavor, gum acacia.

minty

chocolatey

sweet

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.