Original fruit bites candy, cherry, blue raspberry, orange, watermelon, white mystery

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of Perfetti Van Melle Benelux's Original Fruit Bites Candy, featuring a colorful mix of cherry, blue raspberry, orange, watermelon, and white mystery varieties. These candies contain artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1, which enhance their eye-catching appearance but may be a concern for those avoiding synthetic additives. Perfect for fruit flavor lovers seeking a fun, visually appealing treat.

Ingredients: Sugar, glucose syrup, maltodextrin, dextrose, hydrogenated coconut oil; contains less than 2% of: citric acid, modified corn starch, sorbitol, glycerol, artificial flavors, carnauba wax, rice starch, beeswax, shellac, gellan gum, sucrose fatty acid esters, artificial colors, red 40, yellow 6, blue 1, yellow 5.

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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.