11/12 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 11 of 12 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Light lemonade singles to go boxes
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Flagged concerns
artificial color
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
yellow 5 lake
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
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 flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, maltodextrin, potassium citrate, natural flavor, aspartame, contains 2% or less of the following: salt, magnesium oxide, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), acesulfame potassium, tricalcium phosphate, artificial color, yellow 5 lake.