Sugar Free Jelly Beans

Jelly Belly's Sugar Free Jelly Beans are a delightful treat for those watching their sugar intake, featuring vibrant colors that appeal to the eye. However, they contain artificial food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1, which some consumers prefer to avoid for health or dietary reasons. Enjoy these fruity, chewy candies with awareness of their colorful ingredients!

Ingredients: Maltitol syrup, maltitol, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of the following: sucralose, citric acid, fumaric acid, natural and artificial flavors, color added, red 40, red 40 lake, yellow 5 & 6, blue 1, yellow 5 lake, 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.