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Assorted Flavor Gummy Stars, 7 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Assorted Flavor Gummy Stars, 7 OZ

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
110
Calories
0g
Protein
17g
Sugars
45mg
Sodium
35
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this 365 by Whole Foods gummy stars in the candy aisle, checkout displays, or tossed into a party bowl — an easy grab for movie nights, road trips, or lunchbox treats. The product feels indulgent and nostalgic, delivering chewy, brightly colored stars; the ingredient list (tapioca syrup, modified cornstarch, added sugars, flavorings, and wax) and industrial processes used to create consistent chew and shine are classic signs of ultra-processed food.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 6 PIECES
Servings per Container: 7
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate27g10%
Total Sugars17g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

TAPIOCA, SYRUP, CANE, SUGAR, WATER, MODIFIED, CORNSTARCH, DEXTROSE, CITRIC, ACID, (TO, MAINTAIN, COLOR, AND, FLAVOR), SODIUM, CITRATE, NATURAL, FLAVORS, EXPELLER, PRESSED, AND/OR, COLD, PRESSED, SUNFLOWER, SEED, OIL, COLOR, (FRUIT, AND, VEGETABLE, JUICE,, ANNATTO), CARNAUBA, WAX..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • SUNFLOWER SEED OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is NOVA 4 because it contains industrial formulations and ingredients (modified cornstarch, concentrated sweeteners, added flavors, emulsifying oils, and glazing wax) created through processing methods not used in home cooking, aimed at providing long shelf life, specific texture, and sensory appeal.

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Common Questions about Assorted Flavor Gummy Stars, 7 OZ

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! If you’re looking for a fun treat to enjoy in moderation, these Gummy Stars can fit the bill. They’re not exactly a superfood, as they are higher in sugar and lower in nutrients, but sometimes you just want a little sweetness in your life, right?

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
back-to-school

Vibe:

nostalgicindulgentconvenientcomforting
$3.49
per package