A Frozen Confection
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Flagged concerns
high fructose corn syrup
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
corn syrup
Pure glucose; spikes blood sugar; contributes to metabolic disorders.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
natural & artificial flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
cellulose gum
Synthetic emulsifier; animal studies link it to microbiome disruption and inflammation.
sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
Full ingredient list
Water, sugar, corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, citric acid, contains 1% or less of malic acid, natural & artificial flavors, guar gum, cellulose gum, xanthan gum, red 40, yellow 5, salt, blue 1.