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Nutrition Score

Pepsi Max

5942204005670

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 · No known concerns

The most common ingredient in processed foods.

E290 · No known concerns

Gas used for carbonation in fizzy drinks and as a packaging gas to extend shelf life.

caramel with ammonia sulfite

No known concerns

E951 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: IARC, FDA

Artificial sweetener. Reclassified by IARC as Group 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans).

E950 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

Artificial calorie-free sweetener. Contains methylene chloride; long-term safety remains debated.

acidifying agent

No known concerns

Phosphoric Acid

E338 · −4 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Acidity regulator used in cola drinks. Linked to lower bone density with excessive consumption.

E331 · No known concerns

Acidity regulator and emulsifying salt.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).

Caffeine · −2 pts

Stimulant in colas, energy drinks, coffee.

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