Mountain Dew
Flavor:
Baja Passionfruit Punch™
Ingredients:
Carbonated Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Natural And Artificial Flavor, Citric Acid, Sodium benzoate (Preserves Freshness), Caffeine, Sodium Citrate, Gum Arabic, Calcium Disodium EDTA (To Protect Flavor), Red #40, Blue #1
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 1/5 Green Leaves
The Mountain Dew Baja Passionfruit Punch™ earns the lowest possible green leaf rating on our scale, indicating a product that falls significantly short of our clean food standards. This beverage is not organic and contains genetically modified organisms (GMOs), which immediately reduces its standing. The presence of added sugars, including citric acid and fructose, further diminishes its score. More concerning is the inclusion of high fructose corn syrup, a sweetener linked to numerous health issues, which severely impacts the product’s rating.
The ingredient list reveals several potentially harmful additives such as natural and artificial flavors, sodium citrate, gum Arabic, and calcium disodium EDTA, all of which contribute to the product’s low score. Known harmful additives, specifically artificial flavors, sodium benzoate, and the artificial colors Red 40 and Blue 1, are also present. These substances have been associated with adverse effects on health and are best avoided.
Our stringent review process underscores the importance of cleaner food options without the burden of unnecessary and potentially harmful ingredients. The Mountain Dew Baja Passionfruit Punch™ does not meet the criteria for consumers seeking healthier alternatives in their diets. Its composition, dominated by non-organic, GMO, and artificial components, positions it at the bottom of our rating system.
The product’s overall score reflects a strong recommendation to avoid it in favor of cleaner, more natural food and beverage choices. We emphasize the significance of transparency and health-consciousness in the food industry, advocating for products that support a wholesome lifestyle. This drink, regrettably, does not align with those values.
Certifications:
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