14/16 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 14 of 16 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Strawberry Lemonade
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Flagged concerns
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
blue 1
May cause chromosomal damage; absorbed through skin.
sodium acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
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.
Full ingredient list
filtered water, natural flavor, lemon juice concentrate**, gum arabic, citric acid, glycerol ester of rosin, potassium sorbate (to preserve freshness), ascorbic acid, red 40, potassium benzoate (to protect flavor), sodium acesulfame potassium, sucralose, sodium citrate, hexametaphosphate, blue 1, ories per serving 5 c 8 49819 00072 size: 1 bottle on facts juice low sodium 2 ca crv me-hi 5¢ or 10¢