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Fruit by the foot
Flavor:
Starburst
Ingredients:
Cherry Ingredients: Sugar, Maltodextrin, Corn syrup, Pear Puree Concentrate, Palm and/or Palm Kernel Oil. Contains 2% or less of: Carrageenan, Citric Acid, Monoglycerides, Sodium Citrate, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Malic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Locust Bean Gum, Natural Flavor, Potassium Citrate, Red #40. Strawberry Ingredients: Sugar, Maltodextrin, Corn syrup, Pear Puree Concentrate, Palm and/or Palm Kernel Oil. Contains 2% or less of: Carrageenan, Citric Acid, Monoglycerides, Sodium Citrate, Natural Flavor, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Malic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Locust Bean Gum, Potassium Citrate, Lactic Acid, Color (Red #3 & Red #40). Orange Ingredients: Sugar, Maltodextrin, Corn syrup, Pear Puree Concentrate, Palm and/or Palm Kernel Oil. Contains 2% or less of: Carrageenan, Citric Acid, Monoglycerides, Sodium Citrate, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Malic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Natural And Artificial Flavor, Locust Bean Gum, Potassium Citrate, Yellow #6. Lemon Ingredients: Sugar, Maltodextrin, Corn syrup, Pear Puree Concentrate, Palm and/or Palm Kernel Oil. Contains 2% or less of: Carrageenan, Citric Acid, Monoglycerides, Sodium Citrate, Acetylated Monoglycerides, Malic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Natural Flavor, Locust Bean Gum, Potassium Citrate, Yellow #5.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 1/5 Green Leaves
The Fruit by the Foot Starburst product is a snack that falls significantly short of clean eating standards. It is not organic and contains genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, factors that contribute to its low green leaf rating. The product includes a variety of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, as well as corn syrup, which is a more harmful sugar derivative. These ingredients are known to be less desirable for a health-conscious diet.
Further examining the ingredients list reveals the presence of several additives that raise concerns. The snack contains natural flavors, which are unspecified and can be misleading, as well as artificial flavors, which are synthetic and considered undesirable. Additionally, it includes various emulsifiers and thickeners like monoglycerides and xanthan gum, along with preservatives such as sodium citrate. These additives are typically used to enhance texture and extend shelf life but are not aligned with cleaner food principles.
Of particular note are the artificial colorings found in the product, such as Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 3, and Red 40. These synthetic dyes are flagged for their potential negative health impacts. The inclusion of palm oil, specifically palm kernel oil, is another point of contention due to its association with environmental and health concerns.
The product also contains high fructose corn syrup, an ingredient associated with various health issues and highly processed. This ingredient alone significantly reduces the product’s score.
Given these factors, the Fruit by the Foot Starburst’s green leaf rating reflects a product that is far from the ideals of clean, healthy eating. The extensive use of additives, GMOs, and non-organic ingredients positions it as a snack option to be avoided by those seeking purer, more natural food choices. The analysis of its composition underscores the importance of scrutinizing ingredient lists and making informed decisions in pursuit of a healthier diet.
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