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Sweetarts chewy

Sweetarts chewy

Sweetarts Chewy by Nestlé is a vibrant, fruity candy that packs a punch of sweet flavor and chewy texture. Note that it contains artificial food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, and Blue 2, which enhance its colorful appeal but may not align with those seeking dye-free treats.

Ingredients: Dextrose, corn syrup, malic acid, hydrogenated coconut oil, maltodextrin, and less than 2% of calcium stearate, egg albumen, natural flavors, mono - and diglycerides, carnauba wax, 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.