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Marinos Italian Ices, Fat Free, Rainbow 6pk
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Marinos Italian Ices, Fat Free, Rainbow 6pk

Marinos
36 foz
Available at Foodtown
100
Calories
0g
Protein
24g
Sugars
15mg
Sodium
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Marinos Italian Ices, Fat Free, Rainbow 6pk presents itself as a brightly colored, family-friendly frozen novelty you’d spot in the supermarket freezer aisle next to ice pops, novelty ice creams and frozen novelties. Packaged as six single-serve portions in a 36 fl oz box, it’s the kind of item stocked near value packs and seasonal summer treats. It reads like a classic childhood staple — a sugar-forward, icy confection marketed for quick refreshment. Occasions for purchase include summer barbecues, kids’ birthday parties, and last-minute treats for after-school snacks or pool days. The brand leans into nostalgic Italian-ice imagery while positioning itself as an accessible, kid-oriented impulse buy: colorful, low-fat, and allergy-conscious. Label claims are prominent — “Fat Free,” “Lactose Free,” “Cholesterol Free,” “Peanut and Nut Free,” “Gluten Free,” and “No GMO ingredients” — creating a health-halo around convenience and safety for families, though there is no organic certification. The ingredient list mixes plain bases (water, sugar, glucose) with stabilizers and texture agents (acacia gum, xanthan gum), soy protein and both natural and artificial flavors, plus synthetic dyes (Red 40, Blue 1). In plain language, this is a highly processed frozen treat made for consistency, long shelf life and bright appearance. Sensory experience: icy, finely granular slush with a syrupy sweetness and vivid colors; eaten straight from its cup with a spoon or finger-licking on hot days. Rituals include handing them out to children at parties, packing them in coolers for road trips, or grabbing one for a quick, sugary cool-down on a summer afternoon.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 unit
Servings per Container: 6
Calories100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Total Sugars24g
Added Sugars24g48%
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

Water,, Sugar,, Glucose,, Citric, Acid,, Acacia, Gum,, Xanthan, Gum,, Soy, Protein,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor,, Red, 40,, Blue, 1..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Red 40 - Artificial coloring
  • Blue 1 - Artificial coloring
No 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 refined sugars, multiple industrial additives (gums, soy protein), artificial colors and flavors, and is manufactured into ready-to-eat frozen novelties, consistent with ultra-processed (NOVA 4) products.

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Common Questions about Marinos Italian Ices, Fat Free, Rainbow 6pk

Well, that depends on your definition of 'healthy.' At 100 calories per serving, they’re low in fat and free from preservatives, which is a plus. However, they do pack in 24 grams of added sugars, so if you're watching your sugar intake, you might want to enjoy these as an occasional treat rather than a daily snack.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
road-trip

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