Madness Marshmallow

Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?

In our analysis, Madness Marshmallow scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:

• Corn-Based Sweeteners (Marshmallow; Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
• Modified Starches (Modified Cornstarch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
• Processed Meats (Gelatin): Mechanically separated and reformed meats are UPF markers.
• Modified Fats (Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Cottonseed And/Or Soybean)): Hydrogenation and modification are UPF markers.
• Artificial Colors (Red 3, Yellow 5, Blue 1 & Yellow 6): Synthetic colors are definitive UPF markers.

Within Candy, this product is more processed than about 32% of the 21,778 products we've analyzed.

Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.

What These Ingredients Tell Us

We group Madness Marshmallow's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.

Other AdditivesUPF marker

In this product: Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate (Whipping Aid), Confectioner'S Glaze.

Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.

Processed Fruit ProductsUPF marker

In this product: Belgian Chocolate Liquor.

Concentrates and extracts indicate significant processing.

Stabilizers & GumsUPF marker

In this product: Gum Arabic, Cellulose Gum, Carrageenan.

Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.

EmulsifiersUPF marker

In this product: Soy Lecithin.

Industrial emulsifiers indicate UPF.

Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator

In this product: Sugar, Dextrose, Blue 1 . Milk Chocolate; Sugar, Soy Lecithin (An Emulsifier)Natural Vanilla Extract. Pastel Decorettes; Sugar.

Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.