7/11 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 7 of 11 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Lemon Ice Tea Singles
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Flagged concerns
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
artificial flavors
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
contains or less of the following: 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.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid. maltodextrin*, instant tea, aspartame+, natural and artificial flavors, contains 2% or less of the following: acesulfame potassium, magnesium oxide, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), red 40, yellow 5, blue 1.
Ingredient analysis
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