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M&M's · candy

M&M's Milk Chocolate Candies

Name: M&M's Milk Chocolate Candies
Brand: M&M's

High sugar candy with artificial colors and multiple additives - occasional treat only.

VeganVegetarianGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreePalm Oil-Free

score

/ 100

Ingredient Breakdown

4 red · 3 amber · 4 green

Calories

492 per 100g

Serving

32g pack (157 calories)

Sugar

69g per 100g (77% daily value per serving)

Sat. Fat

12g per 100g (19% daily value per serving)

Extremely high sugar content

Contains artificial colors linked to hyperactivity in children

High in saturated fat and calories

Contains lactose - unsuitable for lactose intolerant individuals

Full Analysis

Ingredients (11)

Sugar

Extremely high sugar content contributing to obesity and dental problems.

Daily Intake — Contains 70% of daily sugar limit per 32g serving

HIGH RISK

Cocoa butter

Natural fat from cocoa beans with some antioxidant properties.

SAFE

Skimmed milk powder

aka Milk powder

Provides protein but highly processed form of dairy.

MODERATE

Cocoa mass

aka Chocolate liquor

Natural cocoa provides antioxidants and minimal processing benefits.

SAFE

Lactose

aka Milk sugar

Another form of sugar adding to total sugar load.

Daily Intake — Additional sugar beyond main sugar content

HIGH RISK

Milk fat

aka Butter fat

Saturated fat that should be consumed in moderation.

MODERATE

Dextrin

aka Modified starch

Processed carbohydrate used for coating, generally safe but highly refined.

MODERATE

Coloring (E171, E133, E129, E102)

E171, E133, E129, E102 Controversial

aka Artificial colors

E129 and E102 linked to hyperactivity in children, E171 (titanium dioxide) under safety review.

Daily Intake — Multiple artificial colors linked to hyperactivity

HIGH RISK

Glucose syrup

aka Corn syrup

Highly processed sugar that spikes blood glucose rapidly.

Daily Intake — Additional processed sugar

HIGH RISK

Stabiliser (E414)

E414

aka Gum arabic

Natural plant-based stabilizer, generally safe.

SAFE

Glazing agent (E903)

E903

aka Carnauba wax

Natural wax from palm leaves, safe for consumption.

SAFE

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Fun Fact

M&M's shells were originally designed to prevent chocolate from melting in soldiers' hands during WWII.

Made by Mars, Inc.

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