Reese’s

Reese’s Miniatures Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups receive a rating of 1/5 green leaves on our website, indicating a product that falls significantly short of our clean food criteria. This low score reflects the presence of multiple ingredients that we have identified as detrimental to health or not aligning with our standards for organic and non-GMO produce.

The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, which are foundational qualities we look for in cleaner food options. The inclusion of added sugars is a critical concern, with both sugar and citric acid contributing to this count. More concerning is the presence of dextrose, a form of sugar that we consider more harmful due to its potential impact on blood sugar levels and overall health.

In addition to sugars, this product contains several additives that raise red flags. The general term ‘Flavor’ encompasses a range of possible chemical additives, while lecithin from soy serves as an emulsifier but is often derived from genetically modified crops. The specific mention of artificial flavor is particularly troubling, as these synthetic compounds do not align with our vision of clean eating. Furthermore, TBHQ, a preservative, has been linked to negative health effects, justifying its subtraction from the total score.

The product also loses points for the mistaken inclusion of high fructose corn syrup in the artificial flavor category, although this ingredient is not listed. This reflects our stringent stance against high fructose corn syrup due to its association with various health issues.

Reese’s Miniatures Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, as evaluated, fall short of our criteria for a clean and healthy food option. Our assessment highlights the product’s use of non-organic and GMO ingredients, added sugars, and harmful additives. Consequently, we advise consumers to seek alternative products that better meet the standards for health and wellness.