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Zero Sugar Cream Soda
Ingredients:
Carbonated Water, Sodium Benzoate (preservative), Aspartame, Caramel Color, Citric Acid, Yucca Extract, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Caffeine.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Green Leaf Rating: 1/5
The A&W Zero Sugar Cream Soda is a beverage that receives our lowest green leaf rating due to its composition and lack of eco-friendly credentials. This product is not organic and includes GMO ingredients, which immediately reduces its standing in our assessment. The inclusion of citric acid, while common in many sodas, counts against the product as an added sugar. More concerning is the presence of aspartame, a synthetic sweetener, which we consider a harmful added sugar.
Further scrutiny reveals additional ingredients that raise health concerns. Both the natural and artificial flavors, along with caramel color, are flagged as potentially harmful additives. Specifically, the artificial flavor and caramel color, coupled with aspartame and sodium benzoate—a preservative—are identified as known harmful additives. While the product does not contain high fructose corn syrup, the artificial flavor alone warrants a significant penalty in our scoring system.
The use of ingredients such as sodium benzoate and caffeine is also worth noting, as they may not align with the preferences of consumers seeking cleaner food options. The yucca extract, while less controversial, does not contribute positively to the product’s score.
The A&W Zero Sugar Cream Soda, therefore, is not recommended for those looking for healthier and more environmentally conscious beverage choices. It falls short in meeting the standards for clean ingredients and sustainable practices. With a minimal green leaf rating, this product stands as an example of what consumers might choose to avoid in pursuit of a cleaner diet and a more natural product selection. Our assessment encourages shoppers to consider alternatives that prioritize organic ingredients, avoid GMOs, and exclude harmful additives for a healthier lifestyle.
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