10/14 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 10 of 14 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
My essentials, low calorie drink mix, raspberry, lemonade
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Flagged concerns
artificial color
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
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.
contains less than of: acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
artificial flavors
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, maltodextrin*, potassium citrate, aspartame**, contains less than 2% of: acesulfame potassium, cornstarch-modified, tricalcium phosphate, natural and artificial flavors, red 40, artificial color, triacetin, raspberry juice solids, blue 1.