Coca Cola

Flavor:

Cherry Zero

Ingredients:

Carbonated Water, Caramel Color, Phosphoric Acid, Aspartame, Potassium Benzoate (To Protect Taste), Natural Flavors, Acesulfame potassium (Ace-K, acesulfame K), Potassium Citrate, Caffeine.

Rating: We Avoid

Ingredient Score:

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Coca Cola Cherry Zero is a beverage that has earned the lowest score on our scale, indicating it is a product that consumers looking for cleaner food options should avoid. The absence of an organic label and the use of non-GMO ingredients have contributed to its low green leaf rating.

The ingredients list for Coca Cola Cherry Zero reveals several components that raise concerns. It is not organic, and there is no assurance that the ingredients are free from genetic modification. The inclusion of Acesulfame potassium and Aspartame, both artificial sweeteners, has led to a significant deduction in its score due to their classification as harmful added sugars. Additionally, the presence of ‘Natural Flavors’ is ambiguous and often points to added chemicals that do not align with cleaner food principles.

Of particular note is the use of caramel color, which is a controversial additive. Its inclusion not only affects the overall score due to its potential harm but also because it is a known harmful additive. Phosphoric Acid, Potassium Benzoate, and Caffeine are also present in the formulation, which further detracts from the product’s appeal to those seeking healthier alternatives.

This product’s low rating reflects its composition of ingredients that are at odds with the goals of a cleaner, more health-conscious diet. The Coca Cola Cherry Zero, with its array of non-organic, GMO, and potentially harmful additives, is a product that does not meet the standards for those looking to minimize their intake of unhealthy components in their food and beverages. It stands as an example of the kind of product that our website advises consumers to bypass in pursuit of better and cleaner food options.