8/11 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 8 of 11 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Non-carbonated low calorie drink mix
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Flagged concerns
yellow 6
Hyperactivity; allergic reactions; contaminated with carcinogens benzidine and 4-aminobiphenyl.
artificial color
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
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.
contains or less of the following: sucralose
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, aspartame+, maltodextrin, natural and artificial flavors, magnesium oxide, contains 2% or less of the following: sucralose, acesulfame potassium, yellow 5, yellow 6, artificial color.
Ingredient analysis
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