Is Nerds Variety Mix Vegan?

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 3 ingredients that derive from animals and 3 ingredients that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

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Why it's not vegan

carmine
carmine color
gelatin
natural flavors
natural and artificial flavors
dextrose

carmine

Dietitian note

Carmine (also called cochineal or e120) is made from crushed insects. It is typically found in red apple sauce, red lollipops and food colorings.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Nerds® Ingredients: Corn Syrup, Sugar, Dextrose, Malic Acid (dl-malic Acid), Contains 2% Or Less Of Gum Arabic, Natural Flavors, Carnauba Wax, Color Added, Red 40 Lake, Blue 2 Lake, Carmine (color), Blue 1 Lake. Big Chewy Nerds® Ingredients: Dextrose, Corn Syrup, Sugar, Modified Food Starch, Contains 2% Or Less Of Malic Acid (dl-malic Acid), Color Added, Tapioca Dextrin, Natural Flavors, Carnauba Wax, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake, Yellow 6, Blue 2 Lake, Yellow 5. Nerds® Gummy Clusters Ingredients: Corn Syrup, Sugar, Dextrose, Gelatin, Modified Food Starch, Water Contains 2% Or Less Of Malic Acid (dl-malic Acid), Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Apple Juice Concentrate, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Gum Arabic, Carnauba Wax, Color Added, Red 40, Yellow 5, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 2 Lake, Yellow 6, Carmine Color, Blue 1, Blue 1 Lake, Watermelon Juice Concentrate.

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What is a Vegan diet?

A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.

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VegetarianNo

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 3 ingredients that derive from meat or fish and 3 ingredients that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.

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Dairy FreeYes

Yes! We believe this product is dairy free as there are no dairy ingredients listed on the label.

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