Coffee & Protein

natural flavors

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

cellulose gum

Synthetic emulsifier; animal studies link it to microbiome disruption and inflammation.

vitamin A palmitate

May enhance tumor development when applied on skin exposed to UV; avoid in daytime SPF products.

sucralose

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