10/12 ingredients recognized
Lemon Iced Tea Drink Mix
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Flagged concerns
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
corn syrup solids
Pure glucose; spikes blood sugar; contributes to metabolic disorders.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
contains less than of natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, maltodextrin, corn syrup solids*, instant tea, aspartame**, contains less than 2% of natural flavor, magnesium oxide, acesulfame potassium, red 40, yellow 5, blue 1, bha (preservative freshness). * adds a trivial amount of sugar