Mini Chewy SweetTarts

Mini Chewy SweetTarts by Ferrara are vibrant, tangy candies packed with bold flavors and an appealing chewy texture. They contain artificial food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Blue 2, which give them their bright colors—perfect for those who enjoy visually exciting treats, though they contain synthetic ingredients.

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

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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.