Boosted, Energy Drink, Mandarin Orange

high fructose corn syrup

Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.

acesulfame potassium

Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.

natural flavor

Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.

maltodextrin

Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.