12/14 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 12 of 14 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Diet Mountain Dew, Ultra Violet, Zero Calorie Soda, Mixed Berry, Mixed Berry
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Flagged concerns
Brominated Vegetable Oil
Soda stabilizer; FDA authorization revoked 2024; bromine accumulation linked to thyroid and neurological effects.
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.
Artificial Flavor
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
Acesulfame Potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
Full ingredient list
Carbonated Water, Citric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Potassium Benzoate (Preserves Freshness), Potassium Citrate, Aspartame, Pectin, Caffeine, Gum Arabic, Acesulfame Potassium, Brominated Vegetable Oil, Red 40, Blue 1.