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Gatorade
Flavor:
Fierce Melon
Ingredients:
Water, sugar, dextrose, citric acid, natural and artificial flavor, salt, Sodium Citrate, monopotassium phosphate, gum arabic, glycerol ester of rosin, yellow 6, Red #40
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, Gatorade Fierce Melon falls short of the cleaner food options that health-conscious consumers seek. The product is not organic, contains GMO ingredients, and includes added sugars, which detracts significantly from its health value. The presence of dextrose adds to the concern over its sugar content. Furthermore, the inclusion of both natural and artificial flavors, sodium citrate, and colorings like Yellow 6 and Red 40 raise red flags due to their potential harm.
The product’s ingredients list reveals several areas of concern for those looking to maintain a clean diet. It starts with water but quickly incorporates sugar and dextrose, both of which contribute to the high sugar content. The citric acid, while commonly found in many foods and beverages, also counts as an added sugar in this context. The combination of natural and artificial flavors is problematic, as artificial flavors are often viewed with skepticism regarding their health impacts. Gatorade Fierce Melon also contains salt and sodium citrate, which serve as electrolytes but are also counted among potentially harmful additives.
The presence of color additives such as Yellow 6 and Red 40 is particularly troubling. These synthetic dyes have been linked to various health issues and are often avoided by those seeking natural food products. Gum arabic and glycerol ester of rosin are included as stabilizers, but their necessity and impact on health are questionable.
The product does not contain high fructose corn syrup, but the term ‘artificial flavor’ on the ingredients list has been associated with this negative attribute, warranting the highest point deduction in the scoring system. This reflects the broader view that artificial ingredients are best minimized in the diet.
Gatorade Fierce Melon’s low green leaf rating reflects a composition that is far removed from the ideals of clean eating. The product is laden with additives and sugars that do not align with a healthful lifestyle. Those seeking cleaner food options would do well to steer clear of this beverage and opt for products with more natural, organic, and non-GMO ingredients.
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