9/12 ingredients recognized
Half Iced Tea
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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.
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.
natural flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, maltodextrin*, instant tea, natural flavors, aspartame†, contains 2% or less of the following: salt, acesulfame potassium, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), magnesium oxide, red 40, yellow 5, blue 1.