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Nutrition Score

Mountain Dew 1.25

5942204005014
Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
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Hazard Score
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Mirella Index
Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)
Ingredients
Water
Water  ·  No known concerns
The most common ingredient in processed foods.
Fructose-Glucose Syrup
FructoseGlucoseSyrup  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA, WHO
Refined sweetener, same substance as high-fructose corn syrup/isoglucose. Not considered more harmful than other added sugars by FDA; still a high-glycaemic sweetener best consumed in moderation.
Carbon Dioxide
E290  ·  No known concerns
Gas used for carbonation in fizzy drinks and as a packaging gas to extend shelf life.
Citric Acid
E330  ·  No known concerns
Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.
Natural Flavouring
NatFlavour  ·  No known concerns
Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).
Caffeine
Caffeine  ·  −2 pts
Stimulant in colas, energy drinks, coffee.
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
E300  ·  No known concerns
Natural antioxidant vitamin. Used to prevent oxidation in foods and beverages. Safe and beneficial.
Potassium Sorbate
E202  ·  −2 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA
Widely used mild preservative to prevent mold. Generally recognized as safe within standard legal limits.
Acacia Gum (Gum Arabic)
E414  ·  No known concerns
Natural hardened sap harvested from Acacia trees. Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in high-end sweets and sodas. High in soluble prebiotic fiber.
colorant
No known concerns
Beta-Carotene
E160a  ·  No known concerns
Natural orange-yellow pigment found in carrots. Acts as a precursor to vitamin A; generally safe.
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