14/15 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 14 of 15 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Peach iced tea thirst quenchers 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.
corn syrup solidsâ€
Pure glucose; spikes blood sugar; contributes to metabolic disorders.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
contains less than of: 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.
food starch-modified
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, instant tea, maltodextrin, corn syrup solids†, aspartame**, food starch-modified, contains less than 2% of: acesulfame potassium, yellow 6, tricalcium phosphate, natural flavor, red 40, artificial color, silicon dioxide, blue 1, yellow 5.
Ingredient analysis
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