Is M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 69/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (75 g). Natural and Artificial Flavors, Red 40 (Allura Red AC), Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) and Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes?

In label order (largest amount first): SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, COLOR (RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1)..

Does M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Natural and Artificial Flavors (worth noting): The safety of artificial flavors depends on the specific compounds used, which are not disclosed. Red 40 (Allura Red AC) (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in children; requires a warning label in the EU. Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in children; requires a warning label in the EU. Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) (worth noting): Some studies suggest potential adverse effects, but evidence is not conclusive.

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M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes

Name: M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes
Brand: M&M's
SKU: 030800851007

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Listed as: CHOCOLATE MINT FLAVORED CANDY CANES, CHOCOLATE MINT

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TrustPick analysis

Some things worth noting3/5 ★

Ingredient rating 3/5 — nothing restricted, but more than 15% of ingredients worth noting. How ratings work

4 worth noting. 2 shown below — install the TrustPick app to see all 4 with full details.

Natural and Artificial FlavorsWorth noting
Status unclear
The safety of artificial flavors depends on the specific compounds used, which are not disclosed.
Worth knowing: Some consumers prefer to avoid artificial flavors due to lack of transparency.
Evidence debated
Red 40 (Allura Red AC)Worth noting
Permitted with limits in EU · Permitted with limits in India
Linked to hyperactivity in children; requires a warning label in the EU.
Worth knowing: Some consumers avoid synthetic dyes due to potential behavioral effects in children.
For some groups

2 more flagged ingredients in this product

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TrustPick Health Score

69/100 · B

Combines ingredients, nutrition and processing level. How it’s calculated

An AI summary of how regulators in India, the EU, the US and Canada treat these ingredients, for consumer education. Not a medical device; not medical or legal advice. Product facts are shown separately from our analysis. How TrustPick scores products

Product facts

Manufacturer: Spangler Candy Company
Serving size: 12 g (1 cane)
Last updated: 12 Oct 2026

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Ingredients

In label order, highest quantity first

1SUGAR
2CORN SYRUP
3NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS
4COLOR (RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1).

Nutrition facts

Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (12 g)
Energy	375 kcal	45 kcal
Fat	0 g	0 g
Carbohydrate	100 g	12 g
of which sugars	75 g	9 g
of which added sugars	75 g	9 g
Protein	0 g	0 g
Sodium	83 mg	10 mg

Questions about M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes

Is M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes healthy?: TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 69/100 (grade B). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (75 g). Natural and Artificial Flavors, Red 40 (Allura Red AC), Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) and Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.
What are the ingredients in M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes?: In label order (largest amount first): SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, COLOR (RED 40, YELLOW 5, BLUE 1)..
Does M&M's Chocolate Mint Flavored Candy Canes contain any ingredients worth knowing about?: Natural and Artificial Flavors (worth noting): The safety of artificial flavors depends on the specific compounds used, which are not disclosed. Red 40 (Allura Red AC) (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in children; requires a warning label in the EU. Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in children; requires a warning label in the EU. Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) (worth noting): Some studies suggest potential adverse effects, but evidence is not conclusive.

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