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Midget Gems
Midget Gems by Sainsbury's provides 361 kcal per 100 g, with 47.1 g of sugars and 1.5 g of protein. That is 14% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Candies category and comes in a 250g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 4 sweets (~8g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 361 kcal | 29 kcal | 364 | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.3 −85% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.9 −84% |
| Carbohydrates | 87.6 g | 7 g | 3% | 81.5 +7% |
| Total sugars | 47.1 g | 3.8 g | 54.5 −14% | |
| Added sugars | 76.6 g | 6.1 g | 12% | 49.3 +55% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.5 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.7 −81% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 2.1 −28% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0 g | 0.3 −47% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 11652 Candies products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other candies
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sugar, Glucose Syrup, Modified Potato Starch, Maize Starch, Water, Acids: Lactic Acid, Acetic Acid; Beef Gelatine, Flavourings, Colours: Anthocyanins, Curcumin, Capsanthin; Sunflower Oil, Plant Concentrates: Safflower Concentrate, Spirulina Concentrate; Glazing Agent: Carnauba Wax
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 250g
- Serving size
- 4 sweets (~8g)
- Labels & certifications
- Natural colouringsNatural flavours
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00330534
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Midget Gems?
Midget Gems contains 361 kcal per 100 g and about 29 kcal per serving (4 sweets (~8g)).
How much sugar is in Midget Gems?
Midget Gems has 47.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Midget Gems healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Midget Gems vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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