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Mint hard candy Calories
Sugar-based mint hard candy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Mint hard candy (4 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Mint hard candy Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 3.5 g
14
KCAL / 3.5G
Carbs
3.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Mint hard candy nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (3.5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.28 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Small Mint hard candy?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 3.5 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 7 g | 27 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 14 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 14 g | 55 kcal |
| 6 piece (extra large) | 21 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 32 g | 125 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 35 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 50 g | 196 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mint hard candy
Does mint hard candy help a sore throat?
Mint hard candy may soothe a sore throat briefly, but it does not treat the cause. As it dissolves, it encourages saliva, which can ease a dry or irritated feeling for a short time.
Does mint hard candy freshen your breath?
Mint hard candy masks bad breath temporarily; it does not remove its underlying cause. The mint flavor fades, and frequent exposure to its sugar can raise the risk of tooth decay.
What is mint hard candy made of?
Mint hard candy is usually made with sugar and corn or glucose syrup, with mint oil or mint flavoring for its taste. Some varieties also use coloring or other flavorings.
Is mint hard candy bad for your teeth?
Yes, frequent sucking on sugary mint hard candy can increase the risk of tooth decay. The candy stays in contact with your teeth as it dissolves, so having water afterward can help clear some leftover sugar.
Can mint hard candy help a cough?
Mint hard candy may temporarily soothe a dry, irritated throat, but it will not treat the cause of a cough. Hard candies are also a choking hazard for young children.
How do you make mint hard candy?
To make mint hard candy, cook sugar syrup until it reaches the hard-candy stage, then stir in mint flavoring and pour it into molds to cool. Hot sugar can cause severe burns, so handle it carefully.
Can mint hard candy help with nausea?
Mint flavor may ease mild nausea for some people, but mint hard candy is not a dependable treatment. Its sugar or mint may aggravate symptoms for some, particularly people prone to reflux.
Can children have mint hard candy?
Young children should not have mint hard candy because a whole piece can cause choking. Offer it only when a child can safely manage hard candy, and supervise them while they eat it.
What happens if you eat too much mint hard candy?
Eating a lot of mint hard candy adds a large amount of sugar and can expose your teeth to it repeatedly. A large amount may also cause stomach discomfort; sugar-free versions can cause digestive symptoms if they contain sugar alcohols.
How should you store mint hard candy, and does it expire?
Keep mint hard candy sealed in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make it sticky and change its texture, while the mint flavor may fade over time; use the package’s date as a guide.
Mint hard candy Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.28mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.07mg · 0% DV
Mint hard candy Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mint hard candy
To burn the 14 calories in 1 piece (small) (3.5 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mint hard candy?
Mint hard candy is a sugar-based confection flavoured with mint and cooked until firm. It is meant to dissolve slowly in the mouth rather than be chewed, releasing a cool, sweet flavour with a brittle crunch if bitten. It is commonly offered as a small after-meal sweet or kept on hand for a minty treat; a cup of tea or coffee makes an easy pairing. Its nutrition is almost entirely carbohydrate from sugar, with no meaningful protein or fibre: it contains 98 g of carbohydrates per 100 g. Since even a small piece is sweet, keep the portion modest if you want a lighter treat.
How Nutritious Is Mint hard candy?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Mint hard candy Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Mint hard candy Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mint hard candy Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mint hard candy Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.