Wal-Mart Stores Inc.
Sparkling soda
Food & Beverage
61
Avoid
Safety Summary
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Key Concerns
Positive Signals
Score Breakdown
Ingredients (12)
| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| acesulfame potassium | Caution | Possible carcinogen. Gut microbiome disruption. |
| aspartame | Caution | Possible carcinogen (IARC 2B, 2023). Neurotoxicity concerns. |
| calcium disodium edta (to protect flavor) | Low Risk | — |
| Carbonated water | Low Risk | — |
| citric acid | Low Risk | Generally safe. Natural preservative. |
| gum acacia | Low Risk | — |
| natural flavor | Beneficial | — |
| potassium benzoate (a preservative) | Beneficial | — |
| potassium citrate | Low Risk | — |
| red 40 | Caution | Artificial dye. Hyperactivity in children. Possible carcinogen. |
| sucrose acetate isobutyrate | Low Risk | — |
| yellow 5 | Caution | Tartrazine. Hyperactivity. Allergic reactions. |