Is Sour Blue Lollies Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Gianni S
Gianni S's Sour Blue Lollies is reviewed here as a dessert. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Sugar, Glucose Syrup.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and glucose syrup, which are processed sweeteners. The presence of citric acid and malic acid as acids raises concerns about acidity levels. Guar gum as a stabilizer is acceptable but indicates processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains raspberry juice from concentrate, providing some natural fruit flavor.
- No artificial colors or flavorings, indicating a more natural approach to flavoring.
- Suitable for vegetarians, appealing to those with dietary restrictions.
Concerns
- High sugar content from sugar and glucose syrup raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
- Citric acid and malic acid may contribute to acidity, which can affect dental health.
- Guar gum, while a stabilizer, indicates a level of processing that may not appeal to all consumers.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this dessert, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this dessert?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this product, ensuring the right consistency and texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Water
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Is Sugar safe in this dessert?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a highly processed sweetener that contributes to the overall sweetness and calorie content, raising health concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugar
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Is Glucose Syrup safe in this dessert?
Bad
Glucose Syrup is used here as sweetener. Glucose syrup is a processed sweetener that adds to the sugar content, potentially leading to excessive sweetness and health issues.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glucose Syrup
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Is Raspberry Juice From Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Raspberry Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Raspberry juice from concentrate adds natural fruit flavor, enhancing taste while providing some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: RASPBERRY JUICE FROM CONCENTRATE (3.5%)
Read the full ingredient profile for Raspberry Juice From Concentrate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to provide tartness and preserve flavor, but its acidity can raise concerns for dental health.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Citric Acid
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Is Malic Acid safe in this dessert?
Medium
Malic Acid is used here as acidulant. Malic acid contributes to the sour flavor profile, but like citric acid, it can affect dental health due to its acidity.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Malic Acid
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Is Flavouring safe in this dessert?
Medium
Flavouring is used here as flavor. Flavouring is a broad term that may include natural or artificial components, raising questions about its exact composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Flavouring
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Is Guar Gum safe in this dessert?
Medium
Guar Gum is used here as stabilizer. Guar gum is a natural thickener that helps maintain texture but indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Stabiliser: Guar Gum
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Is Spirulina Concentrate safe in this dessert?
Good
Spirulina Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Spirulina concentrate is a natural plant extract that may provide color and some nutritional benefits without artificial additives.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Plant Extract (Spirulina Concentrate)
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3856628
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Allergens detected: milk
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