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 6 of 6 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Blue Raspberry Soda
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Flagged concerns
high fructose corn syrup
Linked to obesity, diabetes, fatty liver disease; often contains mercury from chlor-alkali processing.
yellow 5 contains: no allergens
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
sodium benzoate blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
artificial flavor
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
Full ingredient list
carboated water, high fructose corn syrup, malic acid, artificial flavor, sodium benzoate (preservative) blue 1, yellow 5 contains: no allergens