13/14 ingredients recognized
Shoprite, scrunchy lemonade drink mix, lemon
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Flagged concerns
artificial color
Broad catch-all for synthetic dyes; ADHD links; potential carcinogens.
yellow 5 lake
ADHD link; allergic reactions; hyperactivity in children; possible carcinogen.
natural flavors
Vague term masking hundreds of possible compounds; may include MSG, beaver anal gland secretions, and other sources.
maltodextrin
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
modified cornstarch
Ultra-processed starch derivative; very high glycemic index; may disrupt gut bacteria.
Sugar
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
fructose
Isolated fructose is liver-metabolized; metabolic concerns at elevated dietary intake
Full ingredient list
Sugar, fructose, citric acid, natural flavors, tricalcium phosphate, sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium and potassium citrate, maltodextrin, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), modified cornstarch, artificial color, yellow 5 lake, tocopherol (preserves freshness).