Do gummy bears cause acne?
A 100 g bag of gummy bears scores 13. It is almost pure sugar, 59 g per bag, with no fibre, fat or protein to slow it down. High-sugar diets are linked to more acne. A bowl of fresh berries scores 90 and still tastes sweet.
Gummy bears100 g · 330 kcal
137 g protein · 77 g carbs · 0 g fat per serving
What the scan likes
- A small amount can provide a quick energy boost.
- Gelatin might offer some minor benefits for joint health.
What pulls the score down
- High in sugar, with 59g per 100g serving, contributing to empty calories.
- May lead to blood sugar spikes and crashes.
- Lack fiber and significant micronutrients.
Better swap
90
Fresh berries+77 points · Clear skin 90
Sources
- A low-glycemic-load diet improves symptoms in acne vulgaris patientsSmith RN et al., Am J Clin Nutr (2007)
- Acne and your dietAmerican Academy of Dermatology
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Scanned with the Clear Food app on 29 September 2026. Values are estimates. Not medical advice.