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EXTRA Gum Classic Bubble Gum Sugar Free Chewing Gum, Single Pack, 15 Stick
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EXTRA Gum Classic Bubble Gum Sugar Free Chewing Gum, Single Pack, 15 Stick

Extra
15 count
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
34
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Extra Classic Bubble Gum (Sugar Free, 15-stick) is the slim, brightly branded stick gum you most often spot at checkout lanes, near mints, breath strips, and small candy displays, or hanging on peg hooks in the candy and gum aisle. Shoppers grab it for quick refreshment after meals, on road trips, before dates or interviews, and as a pocketable pick-me-up during commutes or study sessions. The Extra brand positions itself around sociability and small shared moments — a mainstream, mass-market identity aimed at teens, commuters, parents, and anyone who wants a quick burst of flavor and confident breath; marketing leans on togetherness and everyday polish rather than premium or artisanal cues. The label leans into health-adjacent claims: “sugar-free” and low-calorie (about 5 kcal per piece) create a mild health halo, but the packaging and ingredient list also include “natural and artificial flavors” and bright colorants; there is no organic or natural-product certification and the design skews kid-friendly with bold colors. In plain processing context, this is a highly processed manufactured product made from gum base, polyol sweeteners, intense flavorings, synthetic colors, and preservatives. Sensory details: thin rectangular sticks wrapped individually or in a slim cardboard pack, offering an initially soft, pliable chew that becomes resilient and elastic, with an immediate sweet, bubble-gum flavor that mellows into long-lasting sweetness and cooling mouthfeel. The ritual is quick and social — unwrap, pop a stick between teeth, chew through conversation, after a meal, or between errands — disposable convenience built for everyday moments.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 15
Calories5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate2g1%
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

Sorbitol,, Gum, Base,, Glycerol,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavors;, Less, than, 2%, of:, Hydrogenated, Starch, Hydrolysate,, Soy, Lecithin,, Aspartame,, Mannitol,, Acesulfame, K,, Colors, (Red, 40,, Red, 40, Lake,, Yellow, 6),, Sucralose,, BHT, (to, Maintain, Freshness)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Red 40 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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?

Contains gum base, multiple artificial sweeteners, colorants, flavorings, and preservatives — ingredients and industrial formulations characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about EXTRA Gum Classic Bubble Gum Sugar Free Chewing Gum, Single Pack, 15 Stick

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective! Extra Gum is low in calories—only 5 per stick—which is great for a quick, guilt-free treat. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so if you’re looking for something super natural, this might not fit the bill. It’s all about balance and what fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

road-trip
back-to-school
movie-night

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