13/14 ingredients recognized
Ferrara pan, lemonhead, drink mix, lemonade
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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.
yellow 5 lake
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
contains less than of: acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
Citric acid maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid maltodextrin, natural flavor, sodium citrate, aspartame* *, potassium citrate, magnesium oxide, contains less than 2% of: acesulfame potassium, calcium phosphate, calcium silicate, gum arabic, soy lecithin, artificial color, yellow 5, yellow 5 lake.