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Trident Gum, Sugar Free, Tropical Twist 14 ea
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Trident Gum, Sugar Free, Tropical Twist 14 ea

Trident
14 ct
Available at Foodtown
5
Calories
0g
Protein
0mg
Sodium
36
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Trident Gum Sugar Free Tropical Twist (14-count) is the brightly packaged, chew-on-the-go gum you frequently see hanging on peg hooks in the gum and mints aisle or stocked in impulse bins at checkout lanes, often near breath mints, candy, toothpaste and travel-sized toiletries. It fits into quick, convenience-oriented shopping trips — toss it into a cart during a weekly grocery run, pick it up on the way out after a coffee stop, or pack a sleeve for road trips and school days. Brand positioning leans into practical oral-care and low-calorie living: Trident is widely recognized as a longtime sugar-free gum brand aimed at adults and teens who want fresh breath and a small, low-calorie treat without sugar. Packaging uses bold tropical imagery and bright colors to signal fun flavor while the front label emphasizes "sugar free," creating a health-halo impression even though the product is full of engineered ingredients. There are no organic or natural-certification claims; the product uses both "natural and artificial flavors." In plain terms, this is a highly processed, industrially made confection composed of a gum base, polyols and artificial sweeteners. Sensory experience is a firm, instantly springy chew that softens with saliva, delivering a tangy, fruity-tropical burst from citric and malic acids and a cooling sweetness from xylitol and high-intensity sweeteners; tiny rectangular sticks are wrapped and sold in a thin cardboard blister or foil pack ideal for pockets. Rituals include post-meal breath-freshening, focus-aid during study or driving, and casual shared packs among friends.

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,, Mannitol,, Maltitol, Syrup,, Natural, and, Artificial, Flavor;, Less, than, 2%, of:, Acesulfame, Potassium,, Aspartame,, BHT, (to, Maintain, Freshness),, Citric, Acid,, Glycerin,, Malic, Acid,, Soy, Lecithin,, Sucralose,, Yellow, 5, Lake,, Yellow, 6, Lake..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soy Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
  • Yellow 5 Lake - Artificial coloring
  • Yellow 6 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 formulations (gum base), multiple sugar alcohols and artificial sweeteners, flavorings, colors and preservatives characteristic of ultra-processed foods, so it fits NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Trident Gum, Sugar Free, Tropical Twist 14 ea

Well, that depends on your definition of healthy! Trident Gum is low in calories and sugar-free, which can be great for freshening your breath without adding extra calories to your day. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners and preservatives, so if you’re looking for a whole-food snack, this might not fit the bill.

Perfect For

back-to-school
road-trip
movie-night

Vibe:

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