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Mint Twists
Crushed Peppermint Candy
Mint Twists by ATKINSON'S provides 333 kcal per 100 g, with 73.3 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 34% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Confectioneries category and comes in a 8 oz pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/8 cup (15 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | 50 kcal | 409 −19% | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 9.5 −100% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 6.1 −100% |
| Carbohydrates | 93.3 g | 14 g | 5% | 74.3 +26% |
| Total sugars | 73.3 g | 11 g | 54.6 +34% | |
| Added sugars | 73.3 g | 11 g | 22% | 39.4 +86% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.7 −100% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.3 −100% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 0.3 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 19323 Confectioneries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other confectioneries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Cane sugar, corn syrup, vegetable juice color, caramel color, natural peppermint oil.
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 8 oz
- Serving size
- 1/8 cup (15 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041168398004
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mint Twists?
Mint Twists contains 333 kcal per 100 g and about 50 kcal per serving (1/8 cup (15 g)).
How much sugar is in Mint Twists?
Mint Twists has 73.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Mint Twists healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated October 30, 2024. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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