Meijer, lemonade
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Flagged concerns
artificial color
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
yellow 5 lake
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
contains less than of: 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.
fructose
Isolated fructose is liver-metabolized; metabolic concerns at elevated dietary intake
Full ingredient list
Sugar, fructose, citric acid, contains less than 2% of: maltodextrin, natural flavor, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), tricalcium phosphate, sodium citrate, potassium citrate, artificial color, yellow 5 lake.