Sour Patch Kids

Flavor:

Ingredients:

Malic Acid, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Citric Acid, Tartaric Acid, Silicon Dioxide, Calcium Silicate, Sucralose, Xanthan Gum, Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K, acesulfame K), FD&C Red #40

Rating:     We Avoid

Ingredient Score:

Green Leaf Rating: 1/5

The Sour Patch Kids Redberry scores a 1/5 green leaves rating, reflecting its position at the lower end of the health spectrum according to our evaluation criteria. This product is neither organic nor uses non-GMO ingredients, contributing to its low score. With a composition that includes added sugars such as Citric Acid and more concerning sweeteners like Acesulfame Potassium and Sucralose, it falls short of cleaner eating standards.

The presence of potentially harmful additives such as Natural and Artificial Flavor, Silicon Dioxide, and Xanthan Gum, along with Malic Acid, adds to the list of concerns. Moreover, the inclusion of Artificial Flavor and the dye FD&C Red #40, both known for their adverse health implications, further diminishes the product’s standing. The ingredient list also suggests the presence of high fructose corn syrup, disguised under Artificial Flavor, which is notorious for its negative impact on health.

This product does not align with the goal of offering cleaner food options. Its composition is a testament to the abundance of unhealthy choices in the market. It is clear from the ingredients that this snack is far removed from natural and wholesome food alternatives. The collective presence of artificial sweeteners, flavors, and colorings, alongside non-organic and GMO ingredients, positions this product as one to avoid for those seeking cleaner, more health-conscious options.

The Sour Patch Kids Redberry, with its 1/5 green leaves rating, stands as a cautionary example within our database. It underscores the importance of scrutinizing ingredients and making informed choices in a landscape where cleaner, healthier foods are in demand. It serves as a reminder that not all food products available contribute positively to a health-oriented lifestyle.

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