Mentos Sours

47

Nutrition Score

Poor

Mentos Sours

86947497

Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.

91

Hazard Score

Healthy

39

Mirella Index

Basic

Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)

Ingredients

E420 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can have a laxative effect in large amounts.

E950 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

Artificial calorie-free sweetener. Contains methylene chloride; long-term safety remains debated.

E955 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

Artificial sweetener (Splenda). Potential negative impacts on gut microbiome and insulin sensitivity.

E296 · No known concerns

Natural acid found in apples and pears. Used as acidity regulator and flavour enhancer.

E334 · No known concerns

Natural acid from grapes. Used in wine, baking powder, and confectionery.

E330 · No known concerns

Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.

Magnesium Stearate

MagnesiumStearate · No known concerns

Magnesium salt of stearic acid used as a tablet processing aid.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

E300 · No known concerns

Natural antioxidant vitamin. Used to prevent oxidation in foods and beverages. Safe and beneficial.

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

E101 · No known concerns

Essential B vitamin that also acts as a natural yellow-orange food colorant, added to fortify cereals and dairy alternatives.

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