Werther’s Original

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Werther’s Original Salted Caramel is a product that raises significant concerns regarding its ingredient composition according to our clean food criteria. This candy is not organic, includes non-GMO ingredients, and is laden with added sugars such as brown sugar, sugar, glucose syrup, cane syrup, and sorbitol syrup. These ingredients contribute to its low rating.

Further examination reveals the presence of potentially harmful additives. The list includes natural and artificial flavors, soy lecithin, and caramel color. Particularly, the artificial flavor and caramel color are identified as known harmful additives, contributing to the product’s low score. Additionally, the use of vegetable oils derived from palm and shea is noted as a negative factor due to their association with health and environmental concerns.

The product also contains a variety of dairy derivatives like condensed skim milk, dry whole milk, lactose, cream, whey, and butter. These components are not inherently negative but are part of the overall assessment of the product’s clean food qualifications. The presence of hazelnuts is noted for those with allergies or sensitivities.

Werther’s Original Salted Caramel falls at the bottom of our rating scale, earning the lowest possible score in our evaluation system. This assessment is based on a comprehensive review of its ingredients and the product’s alignment with our standards for cleaner food options. The product’s score reflects our stance that consumers seeking healthier alternatives should consider other options that adhere more closely to the principles of clean eating.