The Take

Skittles earns a 91 Slop Score. It is dyed sugar engineered for maximum visual stimulation and zero nutritional return.

Parents buy the bright bag to signal fun family moments while delivering artificial colors and hydrogenated fat to children.

The Verdict

Skittles is industrial candy, not food. The artificial dyes and sugar load deliver teeth complaints and technicolor brain fog with no upside.

Skip Skittles. Buy a bag of raw almonds — actual crunch, zero dye job, one ingredient. Slop Score: 91.

Common Questions

What is in Skittles?

Artificial dyes, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, corn syrup and sugar dominate the formula.

Is Skittles bad for you?

Yes. Zero nutrition and a long list of additives for what should be simple candy.

What is a healthier alternative to Skittles?

Raw almonds deliver real crunch without dyes or hydrogenated oils.