Are SmartSweets Healthy?
by SmartSweets
Better-for-you candy alternative using fiber-based sweeteners and natural colors. While significantly lower in sugar than traditional gummies, the high fiber content may cause digestive upset in some people. A reasonable occasional treat for those avoiding sugar spikes.
- Soluble corn fiber – controversial
- Isomalto-oligosaccharides – controversial
- Water – safe
- Modified potato starch – controversial
- Pectin – controversial
- Citric acid – controversial
- Malic acid – controversial
- Fumaric acid – controversial
- Sodium citrate – controversial
- Organic fruit – safe
- vegetable juice – controversial
- Organic annatto extract – controversial
- Organic turmeric extract – safe
- Stevia leaf extract – controversial
No added sugar
Natural fruit and vegetable colors
High fiber content
Stevia sweetened
Highly processed
Potential digestive upset from fiber
Modified starches
NOVA Class 4 ultra-processed
About This Analysis
This health analysis for SmartSweets was performed by Truelabel, an AI-powered food scanner that grades products from A (excellent) to F (failing) based on ingredient quality. The analysis covers seed oil content, ultra-processed ingredients, preservatives, artificial colors, allergens, and potential health risks including cancer risk, hormonal disruption, and gut irritation scores.
Category: Snacks