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Haribo · candy

Haribo Goldbears

Name: Haribo Goldbears
Brand: Haribo

High sugar candy with artificial colors and minimal nutritional value - best enjoyed occasionally in small portions.

VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreePalm Oil-Free

score

/ 100

Ingredient Breakdown

2 red · 3 amber · 2 green

Calories

343 per 100g

Serving

25g (about 8 gummy bears)

Sugar

46g per 100g (92% of daily value)

Sat. Fat

0.1g per 100g (1% of daily value)

Extremely high sugar content - one serving provides 40% of daily sugar limit

Contains artificial colors that may cause hyperactivity in sensitive children

Risk of tooth decay due to sticky, sugary texture that clings to teeth

May cause digestive upset if consumed in large quantities due to gelatin content

Full Analysis

Ingredients (7)

Glucose Syrup

aka Corn syrup

High glycemic index sweetener that spikes blood sugar rapidly. Primary ingredient in most gummy candies.

Daily Intake — Contains 20% of daily sugar limit per serving

MODERATE

Sugar

aka Table sugar

Refined sugar providing empty calories with no nutritional benefits. Major contributor to tooth decay and blood sugar spikes.

Daily Intake — Contains 25% of daily sugar limit per serving

HIGH RISK

Gelatin

Natural protein derived from animal collagen that provides the gummy texture. Generally safe with some protein benefits.

SAFE

Dextrose

aka Grape sugar

Simple sugar that absorbs very quickly into bloodstream. Less processed than regular sugar but still contributes to sugar overload.

Daily Intake — Contributes 15% of daily sugar limit per serving

MODERATE

Citric Acid

E330

Natural preservative and flavor enhancer derived from citrus fruits. Generally recognized as safe.

SAFE

Artificial Colors

E129, E102, E133 Controversial

aka Food dyes

Synthetic dyes linked to hyperactivity in sensitive children and potential allergic reactions. No nutritional value.

Daily Intake — Contains multiple artificial colors including Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 1

HIGH RISK

Natural and Artificial Flavors

aka Flavoring

Mixture of natural and synthetic flavoring compounds. Generally safe but composition is proprietary.

MODERATE

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Fun Fact

Haribo was founded in 1920 in Germany, and the original Goldbears recipe has remained largely unchanged for over 90 years - they're still made using the same basic gelatin-molding process.

Made by Haribo Group

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