7-Up

Flavor:

Cherry

Ingredients:

Filtered Carbonated Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Citric Acid, Sodium benzoate (Preservative), Natural Flavors, Red #40

Rating: We Avoid

Ingredient Score:

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, 7-Up Cherry falls at the lowest end of our clean food spectrum, signifying a product that we recommend consumers avoid. This beverage is not organic and uses GMO ingredients, already positioning it unfavorably for those seeking healthier, cleaner food options. Furthermore, it includes added sugars, with citric acid and fructose contributing to this tally.

The presence of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) in 7-Up Cherry poses significant concerns. HFCS has been linked to various health issues ranging from obesity to insulin resistance, and its inclusion leads to a substantial deduction in our scoring system. Additionally, the product contains artificial additives, such as Red 40, which is a synthetic dye associated with potential health risks and is often considered a controversial ingredient in the food industry.

The term “natural flavors” might appear innocuous at first glance, but it is a broad term that can encompass a range of substances, not all of which align with our criteria for clean eating. Without specific transparency regarding these flavors, they contribute negatively to the product’s score.

While 7-Up Cherry may offer a cherry-flavored alternative within the carbonated beverage market, its ingredient list does not align with our values of promoting cleaner, healthier food options. The inclusion of non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and artificial additives, especially high fructose corn syrup and Red 40, makes it a product that falls short of our standards for health and wellness.

Our evaluation process is rigorous, aiming to guide consumers towards choices that support their well-being. With this in mind, 7-Up Cherry’s low rating reflects our commitment to endorsing products that foster a healthier lifestyle and a cleaner diet. This product, regrettably, does not meet the criteria we deem necessary for a positive endorsement.