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| Ingredient | Risk Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| acesulfame potassium | Caution | Possible carcinogen. Gut microbiome disruption. |
| artificial color | Low Risk | — |
| aspartame* | Caution | Possible carcinogen (IARC 2B, 2023). Neurotoxicity concerns. |
| Citric acid | Low Risk | Generally safe. Natural preservative. |
| contains less than of: lemon juice solids | Low Risk | — |
| cornstarch-modified | Low Risk | — |
| corn syrup solids | Low Risk | Refined sugar. Metabolic concerns at high intake. |
| dextrin | Low Risk | — |
| maltodextrin** | Low Risk | High glycemic index. Blood sugar spikes. |
| natural flavor | Beneficial | — |
| potassium citrate | Low Risk | — |
| red 40 | Caution | Artificial dye. Hyperactivity in children. Possible carcinogen. |
| tricalcium phosphate | Low Risk | — |