Kroger, The Kroger Co.
Kroger, lite sparkling beverage, pink lemonade
Food & Beverage
65
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (14)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| acesulfame potassium | Caution | Possible carcinogen. Gut microbiome disruption. |
| aspartame* | Caution | Possible carcinogen (IARC 2B, 2023). Neurotoxicity concerns. |
| calcium disodium edta | Low Risk | — |
| Carbonated water | Low Risk | — |
| citric acid | Low Risk | Generally safe. Natural preservative. |
| glycerol ester of wood rosin | Low Risk | — |
| high fructose corn syrup | Caution | Metabolic disruption. Liver stress. Obesity. |
| medium chain triglycerides | Low Risk | — |
| modified corn starch | Low Risk | — |
| natural flavors | Beneficial | Undisclosed components. May contain allergens. |
| potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate (preservatives) | Caution | Allergen. DNA damage at high concentrations. |
| potassium citrate | Low Risk | — |
| red 40 | Caution | Artificial dye. Hyperactivity in children. Possible carcinogen. |
| sucrose acetate isobutyrate | Low Risk | — |