Hersheys COOKIES 'N' CREME Polka Dot Bunny

Hersheys

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Ingredients:

Sugar, Milk Chocolate, Skim Milk, Corn syrup Solids, Lactose, Modified Tapioca Starch, Contains 2% or Less of: Rice Flour, Lecithin, Salt, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Baking Soda, PGPR, Artificial Color (Blue #1, Red #40)

Rating:     We Avoid

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The Hershey’s COOKIES ‘N’ CREME Polka Dot Bunny receives our lowest green leaf rating, indicating a product that falls short of cleaner food criteria. This seasonal treat is not organic, includes GMO ingredients, and is laden with added sugars and artificial additives, which contribute to its low score.

The product’s ingredient list includes sugar, milk chocolate, and skim milk as primary components. However, the presence of corn syrup solids raises concerns due to its processed nature and contribution to excessive sugar intake. Lactose, modified tapioca starch, and rice flour are less contentious but still contribute to the overall processed quality of the product.

Further scrutiny reveals the inclusion of lecithin and salt, common in many processed foods, yet not the primary cause for alarm. The use of natural and artificial flavors, baking soda, and PGPR (an emulsifier) adds to the list of additives that detract from the product’s purity.

Most concerning are the artificial colors, Blue 1 and Red 40, which are known for their potential adverse health effects. These synthetic dyes are unnecessary and are often avoided by those seeking cleaner food options.

The Hershey’s COOKIES ‘N’ CREME Polka Dot Bunny does not contain high fructose corn syrup; however, the artificial flavor and colors contribute significantly to its negative assessment.

Overall, this product earns a single green leaf due to its array of non-organic, GMO, and artificial ingredients. The Hershey’s COOKIES ‘N’ CREME Polka Dot Bunny is a product that consumers looking for cleaner, healthier food options should avoid. It stands as an example of the type of heavily processed, additive-rich food that our rating system seeks to caution against. For those prioritizing health and ingredient purity in their dietary choices, this product does not align with those values.

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