Hersheys COOKIES 'N' CREME Polka Dot Eggs

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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Rated at 1 out of 5 green leaves, the Hershey’s COOKIES ‘N’ CREME Polka Dot Eggs fall short of the standards for cleaner food options. This product is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, factors that significantly impact its rating. The presence of added sugars, such as sugar and corn syrup, further detract from its score, while the inclusion of potentially and known harmful additives, including artificial flavors and colors like Blue 1 and Red 40, raise concerns about its health implications.

The ingredients list reveals multiple areas where this product does not align with healthier food choices. It is not made with organic ingredients, which means it may contain pesticides and other chemicals that consumers looking for cleaner foods aim to avoid. Furthermore, the use of GMOs is another critical factor for those preferring natural genetic profiles in their food.

Added sugars, like the primary ingredient sugar, contribute to the product’s caloric content without providing nutritional benefits. Corn syrup, a form of sugar known for its high fructose content, is particularly criticized for its potential health risks, including obesity and diabetes. These types of sweeteners are often overconsumed in typical diets, making their prominence in this product a significant drawback.

Artificial additives pose another concern. While ‘natural flavors’ may sound harmless, they are often processed and can contain undisclosed chemical components. Artificial flavors and colors, such as Blue 1 and Red 40, have been linked to health issues and are generally advised to be consumed minimally, if at all. These synthetic ingredients are unnecessary for taste and are used primarily for visual appeal, which does not justify their potential health risks.

The Hershey’s COOKIES ‘N’ CREME Polka Dot Eggs are a product that consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food options should avoid. The combination of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and harmful additives lead to the lowest rating on the green leaf scale, reflecting a product that does not meet the criteria for a health-conscious diet.

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