Jelly belly, camo beans candy

Jelly Belly Camo Beans Candy features vibrant colors achieved through artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1, and Blue 2. While visually appealing and fun, consumers seeking dye-free options should be aware of these added colorings that enhance its bright, fruity appearance and flavor variety.

Ingredients: Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of the following: pear juice concentrate, watermelon juice concentrate, apple juice concentrate, orange puree, citric acid, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), cocoa powder, natural and artificial flavors, tapioca dextrin, color added, red 40 lake, yellow 5 & 6 lake, yellow 5, blue 2 lake, blue 1, red 40, 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.

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.