Iced Tea Drink Mix, Lemon
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Flagged concerns
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
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.
caramel color
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
contains less than of sucralose
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
Full ingredient list
Water, citric acid, propylene glycol, natural flavor, potassium citrate, malic acid, contains less than 2% of sucralose and acesulfame potassium (sweeteners), caramel color, red 40, blue 1, yellow 5, potassium sorbate (preservative).