Are Gushers Vegan? Exploring the Ingredients and Alternatives
– Fruit Gushers do not contain any animal by-products and are therefore considered vegan.
– Gelatin, derived from the skin and bones of animals, is an ingredient to avoid for vegans. It is commonly found in food products such as yogurts, fruit chews, cakes, and baked goods.
– Carnauba wax, derived from palm tree leaves, is used in fruit chews but is also used to provide shine to cars, floors, and shoes.
– Food coloring yellow 5, blue 1, and red 40 are commonly found in many foods. Blue 1 and red 40 are derived from coal, tar, and petroleum and have been banned in some countries. Yellow 5 is known to cause allergic reactions and hyperactivity in children.
– Glycerine, used as a preservative, can be vegetable-based and suitable for vegans. However, animal-based glycerine made from slaughterhouse fat should be avoided.
– The ingredients in Fruit Gushers include sugar, dried corn syrup, corn syrup, fructose, and grape juice.
