Sports Drink Lemon Lime

high fructose corn syrup

Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.

yellow 5

ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.

natural flavor

Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.

sugar

High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.