11/12 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 11 of 12 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Lemonade Drink Mix
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Flagged concerns
ARTIFICIAL COLOR
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
YELLOW 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
ASPARTAME
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
ACESULFAME POTASSIUM
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
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
CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM CITRATE, SODIUM CITRATE, ASPARTAME, MAGNESIUM OXIDE, MALTODEXTRIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF NATURAL FLAVOR, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, SOY LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, YELLOW 5, BHA (PRESERVES FRESHNESS) PHENYLKETONURICS: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE.