Original Cola
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Flagged concerns
ACESULFAME POTASSIUM
Limited safety data; may affect insulin response; animal studies showed tumor increases.
CARAMEL COLOR
Ammonia-process caramel coloring; may contain 4-MEI; ultra-processed marker.
NATURAL FLAVORS
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.
SUGAR
High glycemic index; promotes inflammation and metabolic disease.
SODIUM BENZOATE
Combines with vitamin C to form benzene (carcinogen); linked to ADHD in children.
Full ingredient list
WATER, SUGAR, CARAMEL COLOR, PHOSPHORIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE, SUCRALOSE, CAFFEINE (43MG), ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, NATURAL FLAVORS.