Sweet Marvy Amber Candy
Slightly savory, nostalgic golden color. Unpretentious simple sweetness with natural plant-derived sweetness.
For these people and occasions
A slightly savory and simple sweetness created by kelp extract and caramel. Authentic amber candy flavor without sugar.
35% fewer calories than sugar products, 7 kcal per piece. Enjoy nostalgic snack time with peace of mind.
Only reduced maltose syrup, kelp extract, flavoring, and caramel. Does not contain any of the 28 specified allergenic ingredients. All ingredients domestically sourced.
Uses a low GI sweetener (GI 26.2) with a gentle effect on blood sugar levels. A safe sweetener adopted in medical settings for over 50 years.
Product Overview
This is a low-calorie version of nostalgic amber candy using the starch-derived sweetener "Marvy (reduced maltose syrup)." The umami of kelp extract enhances the natural sweetness from plants, creating a candy that offers both "sweetness" and "umami." The slightly savory golden color from caramel also resembles traditional amber candy.
Compared to sugar products, calories are cut by 35%*, with only 7 kcal per piece (2.6g). Using zero sugars and a low GI sweetener (GI 26.2), it has a gentle effect on blood sugar levels, making it widely chosen by those who want to reduce sweetness or watch calories. All ingredients are domestically sourced and manufactured for reliable quality.
* Compared to "Drops" in the 2015 Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan.
Product Features
01｜Authentic amber flavor with kelp extract × caramel
The umami of kelp extract and the savory golden color of caramel faithfully reproduce the nostalgic taste of traditional amber candy even without sugar. Each piece offers both "sweetness" and "umami."
02｜No sugar used・Zero sugars・35% calorie reduction
Uses starch-derived reduced maltose syrup (maltitol). Compared to sugar products, calories are cut by 35%, with only 7 kcal per piece (2.6g).
03｜Uses low GI sweetener・Gentle rise in blood sugar levels
The GI value of Marvy sweetener is 26.2. Compared to sugar (GI 65), it has a gentler effect on blood sugar levels. It also has almost no effect on insulin secretion, making it suitable for those controlling calories.
04｜All ingredients domestically sourced・Over 50 years of medical field experience
All ingredients including reduced maltose syrup, kelp extract, flavoring, and caramel are domestically sourced. The Marvy brand was founded in 1971 and is supported by a quality control system that has been adopted in hospital meals and nutritional guidance for many years.
Ingredients & Nutritional Information
| Item | Contents |
|---|---|
| Ingredients | Reduced maltose syrup (domestically produced), kelp extract / flavoring, coloring (caramel) |
| Net Weight | 49g |
| Best Before Date | 1.5 years from manufacturing date (please check the date on the package) |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan |
| JAN Code | 4534551012145 |
| Distributor | HABA Laboratory Co., Ltd. |
Nutrition Facts (per piece 2.6g)
| Nutritional Information | Per piece (2.6g) | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 7 kcal | 269 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.6 g | 100 g |
| Of which sugars | 0 g | 0 g |
| Equivalent salt content | 0 g | 0 g |
Consumption guideline and precautions
| Target | Daily guideline amount |
|---|---|
| Adults | Appropriate amount (avoid excessive intake) |
| Children (about 30kg body weight) | About 2 to 3 pieces per day |
- Consuming large amounts at once may cause loose stools depending on your constitution and condition.
- Not suitable for use aimed at improving hypoglycemia (because reduced maltose syrup has almost no effect on blood sugar levels).
- Contains no caffeine.
- If you have dietary restrictions prescribed by a doctor, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian beforehand.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is it safe for children to eat?
A. It is safe for children to consume. For children weighing about 30kg, 2 to 3 pieces per day is a guideline. Since individual differences exist, please observe and consume accordingly. Excessive intake may cause loose stools.
Q. Can eating it during hypoglycemia improve the condition?
A. The reduced maltose syrup used in Marvy candy has almost no effect on blood sugar levels, so it is not suitable for improving hypoglycemia.
Q. Do you use genetically modified ingredients?
A. None are used.
Q. Are the fragrances and colorings used safe?
A. We use additives approved as food additives by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, confirmed to be safe. The coloring is caramel.
Q. When I opened the bag, there was an empty individual packet inside.
A. We take every measure to avoid empty packets during manufacturing, but occasionally they may be included. The weight indicated on the packaging matches the shipment, so there is no shortage of content.
Brand Story
"Marvy" is a low-calorie sweetener brand developed in 1971 by HABA Laboratory Co., Ltd. to support dietary therapy. Made from starch-derived reduced maltose syrup, it achieves a mellow sweetness with about half the calories and about 80% of the sweetness of sugar. It has a proven track record of over 50 years being used in hospital meals and nutritional guidance.
HABA Laboratory upholds the "Additive-Free Principle®" and continues to be thoroughly committed to the quality and safety of ingredients. The Sweet Marvy series is a product line that applies this philosophy to everyday sweets. By sourcing all ingredients domestically and manufacturing domestically, we ensure complete quality traceability.
⚠️ Usage Precautions
- Consuming large amounts at once may cause loose stools depending on your constitution and condition.
- If you have food allergies, please check the ingredients before consuming.
- This product is not a medicine and is not intended for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases.
- If you are feeling unwell or have any medical conditions, please consult a doctor or registered dietitian before consuming.
- Due to the nature of the product, there may be variations in color and shape, but there is no problem with quality.
📦 Storage Precautions
- Store in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight, high temperature, and humidity.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Please consume promptly after opening.
