Mountain Dew, Pitch Black Ii, Soda, Grape, Grape
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Flagged concerns
High Fructose Corn Syrup
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
Brominated Vegetable Oil
Soda stabilizer; FDA authorization revoked 2024; bromine accumulation linked to thyroid and neurological effects.
Red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
Blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
Natural Flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Sodium Benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Contains**: Carbonated Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Citric Acid, Natural Flavors, Sodium Benzoate (Preserves Freshness), Caffeine, Sodium Citrate, Gum Arabic, Ascorbic Acid (To Protect Flavor), Red 40, Calcium Disodium Edta (To Protect Flavor), Brominated Vegetable Oil, Blue 1.