Skittles Darkside Bite Size Candies

Questions about Skittles Darkside Bite Size Candies

Is Skittles Darkside Bite Size Candies healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: contains restricted ingredients. Its TrustPick Health Score is 49/100 (grade D). Per 100 g it is high in sugar (75 g). One ingredient is restricted or not permitted in at least one major market: Coloring (Includes Blue 2 Lake, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Titanium Dioxide). Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil and Natural and Artificial Flavors 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 Skittles Darkside Bite Size Candies?

In label order (largest amount first): SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, LESS THAN 2% OF: CITRIC ACID, TAPIOCA DEXTRIN, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, COLORING (INCLUDES BLUE 2 LAKE, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 5 LAKE, BLUE 1 LAKE, TITANIUM DIOXIDE), SODIUM CITRATE, CARNAUBA WAX..

Does Skittles Darkside Bite Size Candies contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil (worth noting): Hydrogenation can produce trans fats, which are associated with cardiovascular risks. Natural and Artificial Flavors (worth noting): Artificial flavors are sometimes debated for their synthetic origins and potential sensitivities. Coloring (Includes Blue 2 Lake, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Titanium Dioxide) (restricted): Titanium Dioxide is banned in the EU due to concerns about genotoxicity; other colorants are permitted but debated for potential health effects.