CARE BEARS BUBBLEGUM

Known for scoring goals for the Edmonton Oilers, including career-high 54 last season (third best in the NHL), Zach Hyman is also an award-winning children's literature author under contract with Penguin Random House. Now Hyman has achieved a career hat trick as the owner of a candy company, Bubblegum Kids, that sells sugar-free gum branded around classic cartoon characters. Inspired by his childhood obsession with bubblegum, the father of two has created a fun and healthier alternative to other chewing gums on the market. Bubblegum Kids newest release ... Care Bears lemonade flavored bubblegum.

Officially licensed Care Bears Sunshine Lemonade Bubblegum features Funshine Bear on its packaging. This sugar free chewing gum is vegan and gluten-free with only 5 calories per 2 pieces and a remarkable 83% fewer calories than regular bubblegum. Plus, as a dad who is used to reviewing labels, I was GEEKED to see that it prominently displays its PEANUT FREE status. If you don't look out for these things, you'd be amazed at all the types of candy that aren't safe for people with peanut food allergies.  

Bubblegum Kids uses Xylitol as a sugar substitute. Xylitol is a natural sugar alcohol found in plants that has a sweet taste which use in candy has recently been promoted by dentists because it lowers the level of decay-causing bacteria in saliva reducing the risk of cavities. If you are a dog owner though, beware that it is toxic to those pets.

In addition to the lemonade flavor, there is also a Care Bears themed birthday cake batter flavor as well. Other classic cartoon character gums from the company include Archie and Popeye. The Archie Comics inspired gum is meant to taste like a creamy strawberry milkshake while Popeye looks like spinach but has the taste of traditional bubblegum. Archie, Popeye and Care Bears ... oh my! You can purchase Bubblegum Kids products on Amazon.com

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