ROOT BEER OLD FASHIONED HARD CANDIES
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Flagged concerns
red 3
Synthetic dye; FDA-banned from food January 2025; animal carcinogen; thyroid effects.
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.
artificial & natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
Full ingredient list
Sugar, corn syrup, citric acid, artificial & natural flavor, red 40, red 3, yellow 5, blue 1.