11/13 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 11 of 13 listed ingredients. Unmatched names never wear an Excellent stamp. Methodology
Lemonade, Mango
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Flagged concerns
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
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, citric acid, natural flavor, potassium citrate, potassium sorbate and potassium benzoate (preservatives), sodium hexametaphosphate, sucralose, gum acacia, acesulfame potassium, ester gum, yellow 5, calcium disodium edta (to protect flavor)