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Wrigley's Gum, Slim Pack, Doublemint
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Wrigley's Gum, Slim Pack, Doublemint

Doublemint
15 ct
Available at Foodtown
10
Calories
0g
Protein
2g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Wrigley's Doublemint Slim Pack is a pocket-sized, 15-stick offering of a classic, minty chewing gum that you’ll typically find in the checkout aisle or the candy & gum gondola near mints, breath fresheners, and other impulse confectionery. It fits naturally into quick shopping trips and grab-and-go occasions — after a meal, before a meeting or date, on a road trip, or tossed into a student’s backpack for school. The brand leans on decades of mainstream, family-friendly recognition: Doublemint evokes nostalgia through legacy jingles and shared-sticks marketing, positioning itself as an every-day, social gum aimed at teens and adults who want a familiar, affordable breath freshener. The label is straightforward rather than health-forward — sugar is listed first and there are no organic or ‘natural’ certifications; small-print claims like “less than 2% of…” point to added flavors and preservatives rather than wellness benefits. In plain terms, this is a highly processed, industrially formulated gum: a manufactured gum base blended with sugars, high-fructose components, sweeteners, emulsifiers and stabilizers. Sensory-wise, a stick offers a resilient, cohesive chew with an immediate mint burst from natural and artificial flavorings, then a tapering sweetness; texture is smooth and elastic, designed for long-lasting bite. Packaging is slim and portable (a narrow blister or paperboard sleeve), encouraging a quick ritual: pop a stick, share one, or stash one for later. In American grocery culture Doublemint sits as an accessible, familiar impulse buy tied to social rituals and small moments of refreshment rather than nutrition.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 stick
Servings per Container: 15
Calories10
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars2g4%
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

Sugar,, Gum, Base,, Dextrose,, Corn, Syrup;, Less, than, 2%, of:, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors,, Glycerol,, Aspartame,, Soy, Lecithin,, Acesulfame, K,, BHT, (to, Maintain, Freshness)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

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?

Contains industrial gum base, multiple sweeteners (sugar, corn syrup, dextrose plus intense sweeteners), flavors and additives (BHT, emulsifiers, artificial flavors), which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Wrigley's Gum, Slim Pack, Doublemint

Well, that really depends on your definition of healthy! With only 10 calories per stick, it’s a low-calorie treat that can freshen your breath, but it does contain added sugars and artificial sweeteners. If you're looking for an occasional indulgence rather than a daily staple, it can fit into a balanced diet.

Perfect For

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