12/13 ingredients recognized
How we scored this
PureScore is the stored composite of ingredient safety (40%), formulation quality (30%), contaminant risk (20%) and label transparency (10%). This label matched 12 of 13 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
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Flagged concerns
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
BROMINATED VEGETABLE OIL
Soda stabilizer; FDA authorization revoked 2024; bromine accumulation linked to thyroid and neurological effects.
YELLOW 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
ACESULFAME POTASSIUM
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
NATURAL FLAVOR
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
SUCRALOSE
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
SODIUM BENZOATE
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM CITRATE, NATURAL FLAVOR, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, SUCRALOSE, CAFFEINE, CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICE, BROMINATED VEGETABLE OIL, NEOTAME, YELLOW 5.