
Skittles
Flavor:
Wild Berry Candy
Ingredients:
Sugar, Corn syrup, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil; Less Than 2% Of: Citric Acid, Tapioca Dextrin, Modified Corn Starch, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Colors (Titanium Dioxide, Red 40 Lake, Blue #2 Lake, Yellow #5 Lake, Blue #1 Lake, Red #40, Yellow #5, Blue #1, Yellow #6), Sodium Citrate, Carnauba Wax.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:

This product earns a 1/5 green leaf rating. Skittles Wild Berry Candy is a non-organic food item that utilizes GMOs and includes a significant amount of added sugars, notably sugar and corn syrup. The candy also contains a variety of potentially and known harmful additives, such as artificial flavors and several synthetic dyes, including Titanium Dioxide, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, and Red 40. Additionally, it has hydrogenated palm kernel oil, which is considered a harmful oil.
The product’s ingredients list reveals the use of sugar and corn syrup, the latter being a more concerning form of added sugar due to its potential health impacts. The presence of citric acid and modified corn starch also raises questions about the nutritional value of the candy. The manufacturers have included natural and artificial flavors, which are often criticized for their ambiguous health effects.
The extensive use of artificial colors is another red flag. These include Red 40 Lake, Blue 2 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1, and Yellow 6, which have been associated with various health concerns. Sodium citrate is added as a preservative, and while it is deemed safe in regulated amounts, its necessity in a cleaner diet is questionable.
Furthermore, the use of hydrogenated palm kernel oil indicates the presence of trans fats, which are linked to heart disease and other health issues. The candy is coated with carnauba wax, a common but non-essential additive.
Given these factors, Skittles Wild Berry Candy is not recommended for those seeking cleaner food options. The product contains a combination of ingredients that are at odds with the aim of providing healthier, more natural alternatives in the food market. The 1/5 green leaf rating reflects the product’s alignment with processed and artificial ingredients rather than a focus on health and wellness.
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