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 8 of 8 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Perfectly Sweet Sparkling Water Beverage
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Flagged concerns
acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
natural flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
sodium benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
carbonated water, pineapple juice concentrate, citric acid, sodium hexametaphosphate, sodium benzoate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavors, beta carotene
Ingredient analysis
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