Van melle airheads xtremes bites rainbow berry

Van Melle Airheads Xtreme Bites Rainbow Berry are fun, chewy candies bursting with fruity flavor and vibrant colors. These bites contain artificial food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Blue 1, which enhance their bright appearance but may be a concern for those avoiding artificial ingredients. Enjoy their playful, tangy-sweet taste while being mindful of the dyes used.

Ingredients: sugar, high fructose corn syrup, corn syrup, corn starch, food starch modified (corn), wheat starch, modified potato starch, contains less than 2% of: citric acid, malic acid, artificial flavors, artificial color, salt, partially hydrogenated soybean oil, palm oil, hydrogenated soybean oil, potassium citrate, blue 1, red 40, yellow 5, yellow 6,

chewy

fruity

tangy

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.

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.