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 10 of 10 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Watermelon Slam Sour Bursts Soft Drink, Watermelon Slam
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Flagged concerns
High Fructose Corn Syrup
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
Red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
Contains Less Than Of Natural Flavor
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.
Sodium Benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Contains Less Than 2% Of Natural Flavor, Sucralose (Sweetener), Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Red 40, Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate (To Preserve Freshness), Calcium Disodium Edta (To Protect Flavor).