Gelatin

red 40

Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.

blue 1

May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.

contains or less of the following: artificial flavors

Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure

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.

sucralose

May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.