14/16 ingredients recognized
Gelatin snacks
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Flagged concerns
yellow 6
Hyperactivity; allergic reactions; contaminated with carcinogens benzidine and 4-aminobiphenyl.
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
orange: natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
Water, gelatin, citric acid, sodium citrate, potassium sorbate (preservative), aspartame*, acesulfame potassium, salt. black cherry and cherry: natural & artificial flavor, red 40, blue 1; lemon lime: natural & artificial flavor, yellow 5, blue 1; orange: natural flavor, yellow 6.