Sour Patch Kids
Flavor:
Berries Soft & Chewy Candy
Ingredients:
Sugar, Invert sugar, Corn syrup, Modified Corn Starch, Contains Less Than 2% Of Tartaric Acid, Citric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Red #40, Blue #1.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:

Green Leaf Rating: 1/5
The ‘Sour Patch Kids Berries Soft & Chewy Candy’ receives the lowest possible rating on our green leaf scale, indicating significant room for improvement in its ingredients and manufacturing process. This product does not utilize organic ingredients and includes GMOs, factors that contributed to its low score.
This candy is rife with added sugars, including both sugar and invert sugar, which detract from its nutritional quality. The presence of corn syrup, a form of sugar associated with negative health impacts, further lowers its standing. Additionally, the product contains modified corn starch, tartaric acid, and citric acid, all of which are commonly used in food processing yet raise concerns about their long-term health effects when consumed regularly.
The inclusion of both natural and artificial flavors is another point of contention. While natural flavors might seem harmless, they can still be processed and contain unwanted chemicals. Artificial flavors, on the other hand, are synthetic and often considered unnecessary additives in the pursuit of cleaner eating. The food dyes Red 40 and Blue 1 are known artificial additives and have been linked to potential health risks, warranting their negative impact on the product’s score.
Moreover, the candy lists high fructose corn syrup as an ingredient, a sweetener that has been heavily scrutinized for its role in the rise of obesity and other health issues. Its inclusion significantly affects the overall evaluation of the product.
The Sour Patch Kids Berries candy, with its array of non-organic, GMO, and additive-laden ingredients, falls short of the standards for a cleaner, healthier food choice. The product’s low rating reflects its alignment with the type of items our website aims to guide consumers away from. We recommend seeking out alternatives that prioritize organic, non-GMO ingredients and avoid unnecessary additives, to align more closely with a diet that supports overall health and well-being.
Certifications:
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