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Sunny Delight
Flavor:
Tangy Original
Ingredients:
Water, high fructose corn syrup and 2% or less of: concentrated orange juice, concentrated tangerine juice, concentrated apple juice, concentrated lime juice, concentrated grapeFruit Juice, concentrated pear juice, citric acid, ascorbic acid (vitamin c), thiamin hydrochloride (vitamin b1), natural flavors, modified cornstarch, canola oil, Sodium Citrate, cellulose gum, sucralose, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, potassium sorbate to protect flavor, yellow #5, yellow #6, calcium disodium edta to protect color.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Sunny Delight Tangy Original earns a rating of 1/5 green leaves on our scale, reflecting its standing as a product to avoid for those seeking cleaner food options. This beverage is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients. It is formulated with a variety of added sugars, including high fructose corn syrup and sucralose, which contribute to its low score.
The product’s ingredients list reveals the inclusion of multiple artificial additives and colors, such as Yellow #5 and Yellow #6, which are associated with potential health risks. Canola oil, another ingredient, is often heavily processed and is a source of concern for some consumers. The presence of modified cornstarch, cellulose gum, and other emulsifiers further detract from the product’s quality.
Sunny Delight Tangy Original also contains a range of preservatives, such as potassium sorbate and calcium disodium EDTA, used to maintain flavor and color but are flagged for their potential negative health implications. Additionally, the labeling of ‘natural flavors’ does not provide transparency, as this term can encompass a variety of chemical compounds.
The product falls short of offering a clean and healthy option in the beverage market. Its composition includes ingredients that are commonly avoided by those seeking natural and minimally processed foods. The accumulation of these factors leads to the assignment of the lowest possible green leaf rating.
For consumers prioritizing health and ingredient purity, Sunny Delight Tangy Original does not align with these values. The beverage’s reliance on artificial additives, sugars, and non-organic components positions it far from the ideal choice within a market that increasingly values wholesomeness and ingredient transparency.
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