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Honey Graham M&M'S Easter Candy
Ingredients:
Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Chocolate, Skim Milk, Cocoa Butter, Lactose, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural Flavor), Sugar, Cornstarch; Less Than 2% Of: Corn syrup, Dextrin, Colors (Includes Blue #2 Lake, Blue #1 Lake, Yellow #5, Yellow #6, Yellow #6 Lake, Red #40, Red #40 Lake, Blue #1, Yellow #5 Lake, Blue #2), Carnauba Wax, Gum Acacia.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the M&Ms Honey Graham M&M’S Easter Candy is a product that our clean food assessment strongly advises consumers to avoid. This item is not organic and includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients. Moreover, the presence of added sugars and corn syrup significantly diminishes its healthfulness. Furthermore, a range of potentially harmful additives, such as natural flavors and soy lecithin, as well as known harmful additives like artificial colors Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Red 40, contribute to its low rating.
The ingredient list for this candy begins with milk chocolate, which contains common elements such as sugar, cocoa butter, and skim milk. However, the inclusion of lactose and milkfat raises concerns for those with dietary restrictions or lactose intolerance. The product also features a variety of sugars, including corn syrup, which is often criticized for its negative impact on health.
The color additives listed, which are used to create the candy’s vibrant appearance, have been flagged for their potential side effects and have contributed to the low score. These artificial colors have been linked to hyperactivity in children and may cause allergic reactions in some individuals. The use of cornstarch, dextrin, and gum acacia may not pose significant health risks but do not align with the criteria for cleaner food options.
Carnauba wax is another ingredient used in this candy, primarily as a glazing agent. While it is derived from a natural source, it does not provide nutritional value and is included for aesthetic purposes.
Given the product’s composition, which is at odds with the guidelines for cleaner, healthier food options, the M&Ms Honey Graham M&M’S Easter Candy receives the lowest green leaf rating. Consumers seeking healthier alternatives with fewer additives, no GMO ingredients, and without added sugars would be well-advised to consider other options. This product, as it stands, represents what our assessment aims to steer consumers away from in the pursuit of a cleaner diet.
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