
Life Savers 5 Flavor Roll
What You Should Know
Life Savers 5 Flavor Roll is a small, iconic cylinder of brightly colored hard candies sold in a 1.14-ounce sealed roll. You'd typically find it in the candy aisle, on checkout impulse racks, or in seasonal and party sections near gum, mints, and other single-serve sweets. It fits quick-grab shopping trips and impulse buys — think movie-night snacks, road-trip candy jars, kids' lunchbox treats, or candy bowls at casual gatherings. The brand leans on Americana and nostalgia: a longstanding classic marketed to families and children, evoking childhood memories with its life preserver shape and familiar five-flavor lineup (cherry, raspberry, watermelon, orange, pineapple). Packaging is colorful and playful, using bright imagery and kid-friendly fonts; label calls out flavors and may say "natural and artificial flavors," which can create a mild health halo despite no organic or wellness certification. The ingredient list is simple-looking but dominated by sugars and syrups with added colors and flavors. Processing-wise this is an industrially manufactured confection — a highly processed candy made by cooking and molding sugar syrups and adding synthetic or mixed flavor/color systems. Sensory details: individual discs are hard and glassy with a glossy surface, a satisfying clink in the mouth, and a slow-dissolving, intensely sweet fruitiness; the hole in the middle gives a tidy, iconic bite and easy portion control. Rituals include rolling a few pieces into a palm to share, popping one to freshen breath or stave off cravings, or using the roll as a small, shareable treat at parties and outings.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
SUGAR,, CORN, SYRUP,, HIGH, FRUCTOSE, CORN, SYRUP,, CITRIC, ACID,, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVORS,, COLORS, (RED, 40,, YELLOW, 5,, BLUE, 1)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Red 40 - Artificial coloring
- •Yellow 5 - Artificial coloring
- •Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple refined sugars, high-fructose corn syrup, artificial colors, and flavor additives indicative of industrial formulations; this matches the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.
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Common Questions about Life Savers 5 Flavor Roll
Well, 'healthy' can be subjective! These fruity rolls are definitely more of a treat than a health food. With added sugars and artificial ingredients, they're best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you're looking to balance your diet with whole foods.
