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C4 Energy X Skittles™
Ingredients:
Carbonated Water, CarnoSyn Beta-Alanine, L-Citrulline, Malic Acid, BetaPower Betaine Anhydrous, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Caffeine Anhydrous, Natural Flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K, acesulfame K), Niacinamide, N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine, Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12).
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
This product earns a rating of 2 out of 5 green leaves on our scale for cleaner food options. The C4 Energy C4 Energy X Skittles™ is a non-organic energy drink that fails to meet the criteria for a clean food product. It is not made with non-GMO ingredients, and it includes added sugars and potentially harmful additives.
The drink’s composition includes non-organic ingredients, which immediately reduces its score on our scale. Furthermore, the absence of non-GMO certification leads to additional deductions. The presence of citric acid is considered an added sugar, contributing negatively to the product’s health profile. More concerning are the artificial sweeteners acesulfame potassium and sucralose, which are linked to health concerns and result in a significant score reduction.
Potentially harmful additives such as natural flavors, potassium sorbate, and malic acid further decrease the product’s rating. Natural flavors are often criticized for their lack of transparency, as they can consist of various chemical components. Potassium sorbate, a preservative, is known for its potential to cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Malic acid, while naturally occurring in some fruits, is used here as an additive that may cause discomfort when consumed in large amounts.
The product contains a mix of ingredients aimed at providing energy, such as CarnoSyn Beta-Alanine, L-Citrulline, BetaPower Betaine Anhydrous, and caffeine. These are common in energy drinks, but their inclusion does not offset the negative aspects of the other ingredients regarding the pursuit of cleaner food options.
The C4 Energy C4 Energy X Skittles™ drink has room for improvement in terms of its ingredient list to elevate its standing as a healthier choice. To achieve a better rating, the product would need to eliminate harmful additives, opt for natural sweeteners, and prioritize organic and non-GMO ingredients.
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