9/12 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 12 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Pomegranate green tea
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Flagged concerns
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
Maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
contains less than of natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
Maltodextrin, citric acid, instant green tea, malic acid, aspartame*, acesulfame, potassium*, contains less than 2% of natural flavor, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), magnesium oxide, red 40, blue 1.
Ingredient analysis
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