SnackSwapperThe honest verdict
Is Starburst Original Actually Healthy?
Eight Starburst run 23g of sugar plus a little palm-oil fat to make the chew feel rich. The 'made with real fruit juice' line is technically true and nutritionally decorative. If it's the dense fruity chew you're after, the low-sugar versions have closed most of the gap.
The numbers, per 8 pieces (40g)
| Calories | 160 |
| Protein | 0g |
| Sugar | 23g |
| Carbs | 33g |
| Fat | 3g |
| Fiber | 0g |
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See the numbers| Per serving | Swap | Starburst Original |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 3g | 23g |
| Calories | 100 | 160 |
- dense fruity chew
- 3g sugar vs 23g
| Per serving | Swap | Starburst Original |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 3g | 23g |
| Calories | 100 | 160 |
- juicy tang
- 3g sugar vs 23g
- 6g fiber