Our KTLA morning crew just delivered a weekend warning we didn’t know we needed — and honestly, our booties already hurt just hearing it.
According to the segment, a new treat offered by Trader Joe’s is causing some very unplanned side effects. Their sugar‑free Sweet & Sour Gummy Worms are reportedly sending shoppers straight to the bathroom.
Customers began sharing that the candy was having a laxative‑like effect, and the reason is surprisingly simple: One serving — just eight gummy worms — contains 14 grams of fiber, which is half of the USDA’s recommended daily amount.
The problem? Nowhere on the packaging does it say “high fiber.”
USA Today reports that Trader Joe’s clerks are now personally warning customers at checkout. Imagine being mid‑grocery run and hearing, “Hey… you might want to rethink your plans later.”
Even the KTLA anchors joked that team meetings must be getting interesting.
A sweet treat turning into a sprint‑to‑the‑bathroom emergency? Only in 2026.
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