9/10 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 9 of 10 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Iced tea mix
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Flagged concerns
artificial color
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
caramel color
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
natural lemon flavor with other natural flavors
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.
Full ingredient list
Instant tea, citric acid, maltodextrin, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), gum arabic, caramel color, acesulfame potassium, natural lemon flavor with other natural flavors, sucralose, artificial color (f.d & c red #40).
Ingredient analysis
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