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Candy Bar

+3.5

Candy bars combine refined sugar, hydrogenated oils, and artificial additives in a potent pro-inflammatory package that spikes insulin and oxidative stress.

Ingredient score breakdown

Refined sugar and corn syrup

+2.1

High glycemic load triggers insulin spikes, inflammatory cytokine release, and advanced glycation end-product formation.

Hydrogenated and palm oils

+1.3

Trans fats and saturated fats from tropical oils increase LDL cholesterol and inflammatory markers.

Artificial colors and flavors

+0.5

Synthetic additives may trigger immune responses and gut microbiome disruption in sensitive individuals.

Cocoa (minimal)

-0.4

Small amounts of cocoa provide flavonoids, but heavily processed and diluted by other ingredients.

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Low FODMAP in small portions, but caramel-filled or nougat varieties may contain high FODMAP corn syrup solids.

Healthier alternatives

  • dark chocolate 85
  • honey

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