Christmas Mix

The Christmas Mix by Jelly Belly Candy Company is a festive assortment filled with colorful, flavorful candies that contain artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1. These vibrant hues make the candies visually appealing, but consumers should be aware of the artificial colorings used in their ingredients. Perfect for holiday celebrations, this mix offers a delightful variety for those who enjoy bright, fruity, and sweet treats.

Ingredients: Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of the following: apple juice concentrate, cherry juice concentrate, coconut, citric acid, fumaric acid. lactic acid, natural and artificial flavors, color added red 40, red 40 lake, yellow 5 & 6, blue 1, beeswax, carnauba wax, confectioner's glaze.

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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.

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.