8/10 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 10 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Strawberry lemonade sugar free drink mix
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Flagged concerns
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.
artificial flavor
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.
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, potassium citrate, aspartame, natural and artificial flavor, maltodextrin, contains 2% or less of the following: acesulfame potassium, ascorbic acid, magnesium oxide, red 40