Hersheys

This product earns a rating of 2 out of 5 green leaves. The Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Snack Size Candy Bars do not align with the values of those seeking cleaner food options. The absence of organic certification and the presence of GMOs result in a significant deduction from the product’s clean food score. Furthermore, the inclusion of added sugars raises concerns for health-conscious consumers.

The chocolate bar’s ingredients list is brief, yet it contains items that are flagged by our rating system. The primary ingredient, sugar, is not only a source of added calories but also lacks nutritional value. Milk, while a common ingredient in chocolate, contributes to the non-organic status of this product. The chocolate itself, cocoa butter, and milk fat do not mitigate the overall score, as their potential benefits are overshadowed by the other ingredients.

Lecithin (Soy) and PGPR, both emulsifiers, are ingredients that may cause hesitation among those avoiding soy or seeking more natural products. The addition of “Natural Flavor” is particularly problematic, as this term can encompass a range of substances that are not specified on the label, leading to a significant point reduction.

The Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Snack Size Candy Bars fall short of meeting the criteria for cleaner food products. The non-organic nature of the ingredients, together with the use of GMOs and added sugars, contribute to this outcome. The presence of potentially harmful additives further detracts from the product’s appeal to those seeking healthier options.

For a product to be considered cleaner and healthier, it would need to eliminate these negative attributes. By sourcing organic ingredients, avoiding GMOs, reducing added sugars, and being transparent about flavor additives, a product could vastly improve its standing. As it stands, Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Snack Size Candy Bars hold a low position on the scale of clean eating options.