Soda, lemonade
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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.
modified food starch
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
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 (a preservative), sodium citrate, modified food starch, glycerol ester of wood rosin, natural flavor, brominated vegetable oil, yellow 5.