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Orbit Sugarfree Gum, Peppermint
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Orbit Sugarfree Gum, Peppermint

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

What You Should Know

Orbit Sugarfree Gum Peppermint (14 ct) is a compact, brightly packaged pack of individually wrapped stick gums you’ll typically find in the gum and mints bay of the grocery aisle or near checkout displays alongside other breath fresheners, mints, and small impulse candy. It fits naturally into quick shopping trips and grab-and-go runs — a pocketable item for commuters, students, and drivers stocking up for a road trip. Brand positioning skews mass-market and functional: Orbit markets toward broadly adult and teen consumers who want dependable fresh breath, dentist-approved oral benefits, and a familiar minty flavor rather than gourmet or natural cues. The label leans on health-adjacent claims — “sugar free” and American Dental Association approval — but has no organic or “natural-only” certification, and it uses typical convenience-brand typography and bright minty graphics rather than kid-focused characters. In plain processing terms this is a highly processed confection made from a manufactured gum base and multiple additives. Sensory notes: a firm, chewy texture that softens with saliva, a strong cool peppermint burst up front followed by a lingering synthetic-sweet aftertaste; each piece is individually foil- or plastic-wrapped in a small cardboard sleeve that encourages single-use rituals — chew after meals, before a meeting or a date, or to freshen breath during long drives. The act of unwrapping, popping a piece in and chewing for 20 minutes is part hygiene ritual, part social confidence ritual, fitting seamlessly into contemporary American convenience culture.

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,, ASPARTAME,, ACESULFAME, K,, SOY, LECITHIN,, XYLITOL,, BHT, (TO, MAINTAIN, FRESHNESS)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
No EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients like gum base, hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, artificial sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame K), and preservatives (BHT), indicating formulation typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Orbit Sugarfree Gum, Peppermint

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit subjective, right? Orbit Peppermint Gum is low in calories (just 5 per piece!) and sugar-free, making it a great option for freshening your breath without the guilt. However, it's still a processed snack with artificial sweeteners, so if you're looking for whole foods, you might want to consider other options.

Perfect For

road-trip
back-to-school
workday-commute

Vibe:

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