Starburst Ice Cream Jelly Beans

Questions about Starburst Ice Cream Jelly Beans

Is Starburst Ice Cream Jelly Beans 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 (71.4 g). One ingredient is restricted or not permitted in at least one major market: Titanium Dioxide (E171). Natural and Artificial Flavors, Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF), Mineral Oil and Confectioner's Glaze 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 Starburst Ice Cream Jelly Beans?

In label order (largest amount first): SUGAR, CORN SYRUP, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, LESS THAN 2% OF: CITRIC ACID, ACACIA, APPLE JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SODIUM CITRATE, COLORING (INCLUDES TITANIUM DIOXIDE, BLUE 1), MINERAL OIL, CARNAUBA WAX, CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE..

Does Starburst Ice Cream Jelly Beans contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Natural and Artificial Flavors (worth noting): Artificial flavors may have debated safety profiles depending on the specific compounds used. Titanium Dioxide (E171) (restricted): No longer authorised as a food additive in the EU after EFSA could not rule out genotoxicity; still permitted in India and the US. Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) (worth noting): Permitted as a synthetic colorant, but high doses may cause adverse effects in sensitive individuals. Mineral Oil (worth noting): Food-grade mineral oil is generally considered safe, but its use in food products is debated due to potential contamination risks. Confectioner's Glaze (worth noting): Shellac-based glazes are generally considered safe, but their use is debated due to potential allergenicity and ethical concerns.