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Orbit Sugarfree Gum, Bubblemint
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Orbit Sugarfree Gum, Bubblemint

Orbit
14 ct
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Store placement: Orbit Bubblemint sugar-free gum is typically found in the checkout lanes and the candy/mints aisle, often shelved near other chewing gums, breath mints, and pocket-sized confectionery; it can also sit close to oral-care promotions because of its ADA approval. Occasions: This compact 14-count pack is aimed at grab-and-go moments — tossed into a pocket or purse for road trips, between-meal breath refreshment at work or school, or as a quick post-meal ritual after dining out. Brand positioning: Orbit markets itself as a mainstream, confidence-boosting everyday brand emphasizing freshness and dental benefits; its audience spans teens through adults who want a low-calorie, socially useful product — pitched as practical, hygienic, and a little nostalgic with “bubblemint” flavor cues. Label characteristics: Packaging highlights sugar-free claims and the ADA endorsement, creating a health halo around dental benefits despite containing artificial sweeteners and additives; there are no organic or “natural-only” certifications, and the small type lists “natural and artificial flavors.” Processing context: This is a highly processed confection — manufactured from a formulated gum base with polyols, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, and preservatives rather than whole-food ingredients. Sensory details: The pieces are individually wrapped in a small plastic/foil pack; texture is elastic and chewy with a cooling, minty-bubble profile that releases flavor quickly and lasts moderately long; ritual use includes popping a piece after meals, before conversations, or while driving. Overall, Orbit Bubblemint is a convenience-oriented, mass-market breath product built around engineered ingredients and consistent sensory performance.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 14
Calories5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate1g0%
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,, MANNITOL,, NATURAL, AND, ARTIFICIAL, FLAVORS;, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF:, HYDROGENATED, STARCH HYDROLYSATE,, SOY, LECITHIN,, ASPARTAME,, ACESULFAME, K,, XYLITOL,, 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?

The ingredient list is dominated by industrial formulations (gum base, polyols, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate), artificial sweeteners and flavorings, and preservatives, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Orbit Sugarfree Gum, Bubblemint

Well, 'healthy' can be subjective! Orbit Bubblemint is low in calories (just 5 per piece) and doesn’t have added sugars, which is great if you're looking to freshen your breath without a sugar rush. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners like aspartame and acesulfame K, so if you're avoiding those, you might want to think twice.

Perfect For

road-trip
back-to-school
movie-night

Vibe:

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