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Stubborn Soda

Classic Root Beer

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Flagged concerns

CARAMEL COLOR

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

NATURAL FLAVOR

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

SUGAR

High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.

SODIUM BENZOATE

Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.

Full ingredient list

CARBONATED WATER, SUGAR, CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), PHOSPHORIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR)

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