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Trident Gum, Sugar Free, Bubblegum 14 ea
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Trident Gum, Sugar Free, Bubblegum 14 ea

Trident
14 ct
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
31
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Trident Sugar Free Bubblegum (14-count) is the bright, pocket-sized staple you’ll find clipped to the checkout gondola or hanging on the gum and mint pegboard by the register, often displayed alongside other sugar-free gums, mints, and breath-freshening strips. It’s the quick-grab for errands, commutes, road trips, and school lunches — an impulse purchase for anyone wanting a breath boost or a chew without sugar. The brand leans on decades of mass-market familiarity: trusted, medicinally framed freshness marketed to value-conscious adults and parents who want candy-like flavor without sucrose. Packaging is compact, colorful, and kid-friendly but also clean and clinical enough to appeal to adults seeking functional benefits (sugar-free, long-lasting flavor). There are no organic or natural-certification claims; instead, the label promotes sugar-free benefits and sweetener names like xylitol and sorbitol, creating a health-halo of “no sugar” despite many industrial ingredients. In plain processing terms this is a highly processed, industrially formulated confection made from a gum base, polyol sweeteners, artificial flavors, colors, emulsifiers, and preservatives. Sensory notes: an initially soft, yielding chew that firms into a pliable gum with bright, artificial bubblegum flavor and a cool, sweet finish from multiple sweeteners; texture is smooth and slightly waxy. Rituals include popping a piece after meals, during study sessions, on flights, or before social interactions to freshen breath. The product’s convenience, standardized taste, and predictable shelf-stability make it a ubiquitous part of American on-the-go snacking 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,, Xylitol,, Glycerin,, Maltitol, Syrup,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor;, Less, than, 2%, of:, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Aspartame,, BHT, (to, Maintain, Freshness),, Citric, Acid,, Mannitol,, Red, 40, Lake,, Soy, Lecithin,, Sucralose..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Red 40 Lake - Artificial coloring
No EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo 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 industrial gum base, multiple polyol and artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, emulsifiers, and a preservative, characteristics of ultra-processed foods. The formulation and additives indicate extensive industrial processing rather than whole food ingredients.

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Common Questions about Trident Gum, Sugar Free, Bubblegum 14 ea

Well, that depends on what you mean by 'healthy.' Trident Gum is low in calories and sugar, which can make it a decent option for freshening breath without the guilt of sugary snacks. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, which some folks prefer to avoid. So, it’s about finding the right balance for you!

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

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