Energy Drink

Name: Energy Drink
Brand: Monster

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Flagged concerns

blue 1

May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.

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 water, citric acid, taurine, erythritol, sodium citrate, natural flavors, panax ginseng flavor, L-carnitine L-tartrate, potassium sorbate, caffeine, acesulfame potassium, sodium benzoate, ester gum, D-calcium pantothenate, inositol, pyridoxine, sucralose, gum Arabic, niacinamide, salt, hydrochloride, blue 1, cyano-cobalamin.