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Mike and Ikes
Flavor:
Mega Mix
Ingredients:
Sugar, Corn syrup, Modified Food Starch, Contains Less Than 0.5% Of The Following: Fumaric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Sodium Citrate, Dextrin, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Confectioners Glaze, Artificial Color, Carnauba Wax, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Yellow #5 (Tartrazine), Red #40, Blue #1, Yellow #6.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Mike and Ikes Mega Mix stands out as a product to avoid for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. This rating reflects its composition of multiple ingredients that raise concerns about their impact on health.
The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients. These two factors alone contribute to its low score, as many consumers today prefer foods that are organic and free from genetically modified organisms. The presence of added sugars, such as sugar and citric acid, further detracts from its healthfulness. Corn syrup, which is a more harmful added sugar, is also a key ingredient, linked to various health issues when consumed in excess.
Beyond sugars, the Mike and Ikes Mega Mix incorporates a range of additives. Natural and artificial flavors, sodium citrate, malic acid, and modified food starch are among the potentially harmful additives included. The product also contains additives that are recognized as harmful. Artificial flavors and colors, specifically Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Blue #1, and Red #40, are controversial due to their synthetic nature and the health concerns associated with their consumption.
Moreover, the inclusion of high fructose corn syrup, listed under artificial flavor, is another significant reason for the low rating. High fructose corn syrup has been widely criticized for its negative effects on health, including its association with obesity and diabetes.
The use of these ingredients indicates a product that is far removed from the ‘cleaner’ food options that health-conscious consumers are searching for. The coating of the candy, which includes confectioners glaze and carnauba wax, along with medium chain triglycerides, does little to improve its standing.
The Mike and Ikes Mega Mix, with its 1/5 green leaf rating, clearly does not align with the values of a clean diet. The product’s reliance on non-organic, GMO, and various artificial ingredients positions it as a choice best left on the shelf for those who prioritize their health and well-being through mindful eating.
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