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beeswax.
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in sugars, low in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of the following: peach puree concentrate, strawberry puree, blueberry puree, raspberry puree, orange puree, strawberry juice concentrate, apple juice concentrate, banana puree, lemon puree, pear juice concentrate, kiwi juice concentrate, passion fruit juice concentrate, tangerine juice concentrate, watermelon juice concentrate, pineapple juice concentrate, cherry juice concentrate, lime juice concentrate, pomegranate juice concentrate, coconut, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), cocoa powder, sodium citrate, sodium lactate, citric acid, fumaric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, phosphoric acid, ascorbic acid, coffee, vanilla beans, tapioca dextrin, natural and artificial flavors, color added (red 40 lake, yellow 5 & 6 lake, yellow 5 & 6, blue 1 & 2 lake, red 40, blue 1 & 2), vegetable and fruit juice (color), beeswax, carnauba wax, confectioner's glaze, salt, caffeine.
Detailed analysis: why is Gourmet Jelly Beans not vegan?
Our analysis indicates that Gourmet Jelly Beans is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- beeswax
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of the following: peach puree concentrate, strawberry puree, blueberry puree, raspberry puree, orange puree, strawberry juice concentrate, apple juice concentrate, banana puree, lemon puree, pear juice concentrate, kiwi juice concentrate, passion fruit juice concentrate, tangerine juice concentrate, watermelon juice concentrate, pineapple juice concentrate, cherry juice concentrate, lime juice concentrate, pomegranate juice concentrate, coconut, chocolate liquor, cocoa butter, soy lecithin (an emulsifier), cocoa powder, sodium citrate, sodium lactate, citric acid, fumaric acid, lactic acid, malic acid, phosphoric acid, ascorbic acid, coffee, vanilla beans, tapioca dextrin, natural and artificial flavors, color added (red 40 lake, yellow 5 & 6 lake, yellow 5 & 6, blue 1 & 2 lake, red 40, blue 1 & 2), vegetable and fruit juice (color), beeswax, carnauba wax, confectioner's glaze, salt, caffeine.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Gourmet Jelly Beans contains 350 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 0g of fat, and 92.5g of carbohydrates (70g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Gourmet Jelly Beans Vegan?
No, Gourmet Jelly Beans is generally not Vegan because it contains beeswax.
Does Gourmet Jelly Beans contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, corn syrup, modified food starch, contains 2% or less of the following: peach puree concentrate, strawberry puree, blueberry puree, raspberry p...
What are the nutritional facts of Gourmet Jelly Beans?
Gourmet Jelly Beans contains 350 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 92.5g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.
How much sugar is in Gourmet Jelly Beans?
Gourmet Jelly Beans lists 70 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as high in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (22.5 g or more per 100 g).
Is Gourmet Jelly Beans ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Gourmet Jelly Beans is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Gourmet Jelly Beans on a Vegan diet?
No, Gourmet Jelly Beans is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.