Ingredients starting with A

Every ingredient carries a PureScore from 0–100 — lower means more concern. Informational, not medical advice. How PureScore works

• Artificial ColorsBroad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.20Avoid
• AspartameIARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.28Poor
• Artificial FlavorsCatch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure32Poor
• Acesulfame PotassiumLimited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.32Poor
• AzodicarbonamideDough conditioner ('yoga-mat chemical'); breaks down to semicarbazide; banned in EU and elsewhere.35Poor
• Agave SyrupHigh free-fructose syrup; marketed as natural but metabolically similar to other isolated sugars.40Poor
• Alcohol DenatDries and irritates skin with repeated use; disrupts skin barrier.40Poor
• AvobenzoneSome systemic absorption; may generate free radicals when degraded by UV.45Fair
• Apple Juice ConcentrateStripped of fiber; concentrated fructose; high glycemic index45Fair
• Autolyzed Yeast ExtractHidden source of free glutamates; same sensitivity concerns as MSG.50Fair
• AnnattoRare sensitivity reports72Good
• Almond Milk75Good
• Arrowroot75Good
• Agar76Good
• Ascorbic Acid78Good
• Apple Cider Vinegar80Excellent
• Apples82Excellent
• Almond Flour84Excellent
• Almond Butter84Excellent
• Almonds85Excellent
• Aloe Vera90Excellent
• Avocado92Excellent
• Adzuki Beans92Excellent
• Avocado Oil95Excellent