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| Amount Per 5 pieces | |||
| Calories | 40 Kcal (167 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 18 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 2g | 3% | |
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| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% | |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 35mg | 1% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Ingredients And Nutrition Overview
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WeightWatchers Points: 1, PointsPlus: 1, SmartPoints: 1
WeightWatchers Points are estimated by carbohydrates, fats, protein and fiber in product. They are not an affirmation of better quality or nutritional value of the product or its manufacturer. Only way to count for dieters. Less points are better.
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Contains controversial artificial colors
Once upon a time, there were no food colorings. Then folks figured out that food looks better and sells more when it can be enlivened through dyes. For most of food history, the dyes were from natural sources beet juice for red, turmeric for yellow,etc. However, in the quest to increase color intensity and lower manufacturing costs, cheap artificial dyes were introduced to market.Unfortunately they pose a risk for hyperactivity in children, cancer, and allergic reactions.
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Serving size is really small here
The standard serving size for chocolate candy is 40 grams. This product has a serving that is significantly smaller.If you only consume 1 serving - that's great. But if you eat more than one...
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Highly Processed!
This product is highly processed. If you'll take a look at its ingredient list, you'll discover new words to add to your vocabulary. Many of theses ingredients are required to increase the shelf life of the product and improve the flavor that disappears when food is not fresh.
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Learn about sugar alcohols, found here
Sugar alcohols are used as a lower calorie sweetener compared to table sugar. They are not metabolized by oral bacteria, which means no cavitites. That's why they are popular in gums and mints. Sugar alcohols have also found their way into cereals, bars, and other snacks.The downside of sugar alcohols is that they may cause bloating. Here is of sugar alcohols you may find in the ingredient list:ArabitolErythritolGlycol GlycerolIsomaltLactitolMaltitolMannitolRybitolSorbitolThreitolXylitol
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Contains artificial flavors. Learn why
Companies add artificial flavors to products to make them taste better. They are created in a lab and the formulations are guarded as trade secrets. Flavorings can compensate for flavor loss during processing, substitute for ingredients, lower production costs and increase shelf stability. Artificial flavorings are cheaper to source than natural flavors and are perceived as "worse" than natural flavors. They are more stable (and usually less chemically complex) than natural flavors.Artificial flavors are not necessarily bad for you from a health perspective. however, people with food sensitivities or allergies may want to avoid artificial flavors if they are unnamed. You can always contact the manufacturer for more information.
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Natural flavors added. Learn why
Companies add flavorings to make products taste better. They are created in a lab and the formulations are guarded as trade secrets. Flavorings can compensate for flavor loss during processing, substitute for ingredients, lower production costs and increase shelf stability. Natural flavorings are more expensive to source than artificial flavors, but tend to be better received by consumers.People sensitive to MSG, vegans, vegetarians and those with allergies should pay special attention to the phrase "natural flavorings" since glutamates, animal products or allergens may be the source of natural flavors. You can always contact the manufacturer for more information.
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% RDI of Main Nutrition Facts
2%
of RDI* (40 calories) 16 g
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Cal: 2 %
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Fat: 3.1 %
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Carb: 0 %
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Prot: 0 %
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0%25%75%RDI norm*
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