16/23 ingredients recognized
Monster, zero calories extra strength energy drink
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Flagged concerns
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
natural flavors
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
Carbonated & nitrogenated water, erythritol, citric acid, taurine, sodium citrate, natural flavors, panax ginseng extract, color added, caffeine, potassium sorbate (preservative), whey protein isolate (milk), sucralose, sodium benzoate (preservative), niacinamide (vit. b3), acesulfame potassium, l-carnitine l-tartrate, salt, d-glucuronolactone, guarana extract, inositol, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vit. b6), riboflavin (vit. b2), cyanocobalamin (vit. b12).
Ingredient analysis
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