Reese’s

This product earns a 1/5 green leaf rating. The Reese’s Peanut Butter Pink Creme Snack Size Hearts are not organic and contain genetically modified (GMO) ingredients. This contributes to its low score as we prioritize organic and non-GMO options. The presence of added sugars, including sugar and citric acid, further reduces the product’s rating. More concerning is the inclusion of dextrose and corn syrup, which are considered more harmful types of added sugars.

The product also contains several additives. Artificial flavors and TBHQ, a preservative, are among these and are recognized as potentially harmful. In particular, TBHQ has been associated with negative health effects, warranting caution. The pink color of the hearts comes from red beet extract, which, while natural, does not compensate for the other non-preferable ingredients.

High fructose corn syrup, which is cited in the scoring, is not explicitly listed in the ingredients but is implied through the term “artificial flavor.” This ingredient is widely criticized for its health implications and contributes to the product’s poor rating.

The Reese’s Peanut Butter Pink Creme Snack Size Hearts fall short of our standards for cleaner food options. The product’s ingredient list features several elements that are best limited in a health-conscious diet. These include non-organic ingredients, GMOs, multiple types of added sugars, and artificial additives. The accumulation of these characteristics results in the product’s low green leaf rating.

Consumers seeking cleaner, healthier food options are advised to consider alternatives to this product. The Reese’s Peanut Butter Pink Creme Snack Size Hearts, with their current formulation, do not align with the goal of promoting a selection of cleaner, less processed food choices.