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
+ H2O low calorie drink mix Iced Tea
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Flagged concerns
yellow 5
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
aspartame
IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic; neurological effects reported; not for phenylketonurics.
red 40
Linked to ADHD in children; potential carcinogen; may contain carcinogenic contaminants.
contains less than of acesulfame potassium
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
artificial flavors
Catch-all for synthetic flavor chemicals; regulatory threshold does not address cumulative exposure
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
caramel color
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
Full ingredient list
Citric acid, maltodextrin, instant tea, aspartame**, caramel color (contains sulfites), contains less than 2% of acesulfame potassium, calcium silicate, gum arabic, silicon dioxide, magnesium oxide, artificial flavors, yellow 5, red 40.
Ingredient analysis
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