6/7 ingredients recognized
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 7 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Sugar Sweetened Iced Tea Mix, Lemon
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Flagged concerns
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
maltodextrin
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.
Sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
Full ingredient list
Sugar, citric acid (provides tartness), instant tea powder, silicon dioxide (prevents caking), maltodextrin, natural flavor, red 40.
Ingredient analysis
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