Nerds Filled Gum Balls

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Target diet: Vegan

Nerds Filled Gum Balls · Vegan

No, skip it.

carmine.

Automated check based on Open Food Facts label data. Not medical advice. Always check the package.

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Deciding ingredient

carmine

On the label

Sugardextrosegum basemalic acidconfectioner's glazeglycerintapioca extrincarnauba wax

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientscarmine
Open Food Facts analysisCould not verify

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
393 kcal
Fat
0 g
Saturated fat
0 g
low
Carbohydrates
92.9 g
Sugars
92.9 g
high
Fibre
0 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
0 g
low

Per 100 g this product is low in saturated fat, 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, dextrose, gum base, corn syrup and less than 2% of artificial flavors, malic acid, confectioner's glaze, glycerin, tapioca extrin, carnauba wax, bht (to maintain freshness), color added, carmine color, blue#1, blue#1 lake, blue#2, blue#2 lake, red#3, red#40, red#40 lake, yellow#5, yellow#5 lake, yellow#6, yellow#6 lake.

Detailed analysis: why is Nerds Filled Gum Balls not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Nerds Filled Gum Balls is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • carmine

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Sugar, dextrose, gum base, corn syrup and less than 2% of artificial flavors, malic acid, confectioner's glaze, glycerin, tapioca extrin, carnauba wax, bht (to maintain freshness), color added, carmine color, blue#1, blue#1 lake, blue#2, blue#2 lake, red#3, red#40, red#40 lake, yellow#5, yellow#5 lake, yellow#6, yellow#6 lake.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Nerds Filled Gum Balls contains 393 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 0g of fat, and 92.9g of carbohydrates (92.9g 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 Nerds Filled Gum Balls Vegan?

No, Nerds Filled Gum Balls is generally not Vegan because it contains carmine.

Does Nerds Filled Gum Balls contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Sugar, dextrose, gum base, corn syrup and less than 2% of artificial flavors, malic acid, confectioner's glaze, glycerin, tapioca extrin, carnauba wax...

What are the nutritional facts of Nerds Filled Gum Balls?

Nerds Filled Gum Balls contains 393 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 92.9g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.

How much sugar is in Nerds Filled Gum Balls?

Nerds Filled Gum Balls lists 92.9 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 Nerds Filled Gum Balls ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Nerds Filled Gum Balls is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Nerds Filled Gum Balls on a Vegan diet?

No, Nerds Filled Gum Balls is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.