Extra
Sugarfree Gum
Food & Beverage
58
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (11)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| acesulfame k | Caution | See acesulfame potassium. |
| bht (to maintain freshness) | Avoid | Possible carcinogen. Organ toxicity at high doses. |
| color (blue 1 lake) | Caution | Brilliant blue. Hyperactivity. Limited safety data. |
| glycerol | Low Risk | — |
| gum base | Low Risk | — |
| hydrogenated starch hydrolysate | Low Risk | — |
| less than of: aspartame | Caution | Possible carcinogen (IARC 2B, 2023). Neurotoxicity concerns. |
| mannitol | Low Risk | — |
| natural and artificial flavors | Beneficial | Undisclosed synthetic chemicals. |
| sorbitol | Low Risk | — |
| soy lecithin | Low Risk | GMO concern. Generally recognized as safe. |