Reading The "Other Ingredients" On A Gummy Label

Below the Supplement Facts panel on most gummy labels sits a shorter, easy-to-skip line: "Other Ingredients." Here's what's usually going on there.

They're Not The Active Formula

These ingredients aren't there for their wellness effect — they're what actually turns a blend of extracts into a gummy you can chew.

Common Examples

Corn syrup and cane sugar provide sweetness and texture, apple pectin and gelatin-alternatives give a gummy its chew, and citric acid balances flavor. Sorbitol liquid is a common humectant that keeps gummies from drying out.

Worth A Glance If You Have Sensitivities

If you're watching added sugar or have a specific sensitivity, the "Other Ingredients" line is exactly where to look, since it's separate from the active proprietary blend listed above it.