Black cherry cola syrup
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Flagged concerns
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
caramel coloring
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
natural flavor
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
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, caramel coloring, natural flavor, phosphoric acid, citric acid, acesulfame potassium, sucralose, caffeine, sodium benzoate (as preservative).