9/10 ingredients recognized
Half & half iced tea lemonade
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Flagged concerns
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
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.
sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
potassium sorbate & sodium benzoate
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
Water, sugar, lemon juice from concentrate, natural flavors, citric acid, tea, ascorbic acid, potassium sorbate & sodium benzoate (preserve freshness), aspartame*, acesulfame potassium.