Candy Coated Milk Chocolate Gems, 5 OZ
What You Should Know
You’d spot this in the candy or checkout aisle as a colorful, snackable bag—an M&M-style treat for movie nights, party bowls, or a quick pick-me-up. It reads as indulgent and nostalgic while hinting at a ‘better-for-you’ angle because of organic chocolate and natural colorings. The glossy shell, added syrups, emulsifiers and glazing wax reflect industrial formulation and texturing typical of mass-produced confections.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
MILK, CHOCOLATE, (ORGANIC, CHOCOLATE, LIQUOR,, COCOA, BUTTER,, NONFAT, MILK,, WHOLE, MILK, POWDER,, CANE, SUGAR,, ORGANIC, BLUE, AGAVE, INULIN,, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN,, VANILLA), ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR, GUM, ACACIA, COLORED, WITH, (TURMERIC,, BEET, JUICE,, SPIRULINA, EXTRACT,, RED, RADISH, JUICE), ORGANIC, TAPIOCA, SYRUP, CARNAUBA, WAX..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
- •sunflower lecithin - Processed emulsifier
- •turmeric - Artificial coloring
- •beet juice - Artificial coloring
- •spirulina extract - Artificial coloring
- •red radish juice - Artificial coloring
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Ready-to-eat packaged candy with added sugars, syrups, emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin), stabilizers (gum acacia) and glazing wax; formulation and industrial texturing are consistent with NOVA group 4 (ultra-processed foods).
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Common Questions about Candy Coated Milk Chocolate Gems, 5 OZ
The Candy Coated Milk Chocolate Gems can definitely be considered a treat rather than a health food. They have organic ingredients, which is a plus, but they do pack a fair amount of sugar—14 grams per serving. So, if you're indulging, think of it as a sweet reward rather than a daily snack.