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Gummy Worms, 1.8 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Gummy Worms, 1.8 OZ

SMART SWEETS
Available at Whole Foods
130
Calories
3g
Protein
5g
Sugars
70mg
Sodium
15g
Fiber
30
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd find these in the candy aisle or the 'better-for-you' snack section — a nostalgic gummy-worm shape pitched as a low-sugar alternative for movie nights, lunchboxes, or quick treats. The glossy chew and ingredient list (isolmato-oligosaccharides/fiber syrups, stevia, natural flavors, carnauba wax) point to industrial reformulation to deliver consistent texture, shine, and shelf stability typical of ultra-processed products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 BAG
Servings per Container: 1
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium70mg3%
Total Carbohydrate37g13%
Dietary Fiber15g54%
Total Sugars5g
Protein3g
* 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

ISOMALTO-OLIGOSACCHARIDES, (VEGETABLE, SOURCE), SOLUBLE, TAPIOCA, FIBER, GELATIN, CITRIC, ACID, MALIC, ACID, NATURAL, FLAVORS, COCONUT, OIL, CARNAUBA, WAX, FRUIT, AND, VEGETABLE, JUICE, (FOR, COLOR), SPIRULINA, EXTRACT, (FOR, COLOR), STEVIA, LEAF, EXTRACT..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • coconut oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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 multiple industrially processed ingredients and additives (isomalto-oligosaccharides/fiber syrups, stevia extract, natural flavors, carnauba wax, color extracts) and is reformulated to mimic traditional candy texture and sweetness — consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed).

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Common Questions about Gummy Worms, 1.8 OZ

Well, it depends on your perspective! These gummy worms are lower in sugar than traditional options, with only 5 grams per bag, and they pack a hefty 15 grams of dietary fiber, which is a nice bonus. They’re a fun treat, but like all snacks, they should be enjoyed in moderation, especially if you’re looking for something nutrient-dense.

Perfect For

movie-night
back-to-school
road-trip

Vibe:

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$3.79
per package