Fruit Punch Sport Drink

red 40

Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.

dextrose

Isolated glucose from corn or wheat starch; high glycemic; rapid insulin spike

modified corn starch

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

natural flavor

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

caramel color

Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.

sucralose

May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.

cane sugar

High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.