9/11 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 9 of 11 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Ginger ale syrup
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Flagged concerns
Artificial Flavors
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
Natural Flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
Caramel Coloring
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
Sucralose
May alter gut microbiome; studies show possible DNA damage at high doses.
Sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
Sodium Benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Sugar, Water, Citric Acid, Natural Flavors, Artificial Flavors, Sodium Citrate, Acesulfame, Potassium, Caramel Coloring, Sodium Benzoate, Sucralose.
Ingredient analysis
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