
M&Ms
Flavor:
Milk Chocolate Candy Compostable Pack
Ingredients:
Milk Chocolate (Sugar, Chocolate, Skim Milk, Cocoa Butter, Lactose, Milkfat, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural Flavor), Sugar, Cornstarch; Less Than 1% Of: Corn syrup, Dextrin, Colors (Includes Blue #1 Lake, Yellow #6, Red #40, Yellow #5, Blue #1, Yellow #6 Lake, Red #40 Lake, Yellow #5 Lake, Blue #2 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 Milk Chocolate Candy Compostable Pack’ emerges as a product with significant room for improvement on our clean food scale. Marketed as a sweet treat, this candy falters in its commitment to health-conscious consumers due to a lack of organic certification, the presence of GMOs, and a multitude of non-preferred ingredients.
The composition of the ‘M&Ms Milk Chocolate Candy’ reveals a reliance on conventional agriculture, with no organic ingredients present, and the inclusion of genetically modified elements. The product’s high sugar content, derived from both standard sugar and further amplified by corn syrup, elevates the potential for negative health impacts. Additional scrutiny reveals the presence of ‘natural flavor’ and soy lecithin, ingredients that often raise concerns for those seeking cleaner food options.
Compounding these issues is the array of artificial colors, such as Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Red 40. These additives have been flagged for their possible adverse effects on health and are viewed unfavorably by those advocating for natural alternatives in food products.
The packaging, while noted for being compostable, does not offset the concerns raised by the ingredients within. This aspect, although environmentally conscious, does not contribute to the nutritional profile or purity of the product itself.
The ‘M&Ms Milk Chocolate Candy Compostable Pack’, therefore, stands as a product that is best avoided for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. Its composition reflects a departure from the values of natural, organic, and minimally processed foods. As the market for healthful alternatives continues to expand, products like this one remain on the periphery, overshadowed by options that adhere more closely to the principles of clean eating.
Certifications:
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