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Jelly belly, christmas mix jelly beans

Jelly belly, christmas mix jelly beans

Jelly Belly Christmas Mix Jelly Beans are festive favorites that add a splash of color and flavor to any holiday celebration. These vibrant jelly beans contain artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1, which enhance their bright appearance but may be a concern for those avoiding synthetic additives. Enjoy their sweet, fruity taste while being mindful of the dyes used in their bright hues.

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, turmeric (color), beeswax, carnauba wax, confectioner's glaze.

fruity
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.

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.