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Vitamin Water
Flavor:
Raspberry Dark Chocolate
Ingredients:
reverse osmosis water, less than 0.5% of: natural flavors, citric acid, electrolytes (calcium and magnesium lactates and potassium phosphate), fruit and Vegetable Juices (for color), vitamins A, C, E, B3, B5, B6, B12 (retinyl palmitate, ascorbic acid, alpha-tocopheryl acetate, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, cyanocobalamin), stevia leaf extract, monk fruit extract, beta-carotene (for color).
Rating: Not Clean
- 2 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Awarded 2 out of 5 green leaves, the Vitamin Water Raspberry Dark Chocolate falls short of the clean eating standards set forth by our website. This product is not organic and is made with ingredients that do not meet the non-GMO criterion, both of which are essential for a higher rating.
The inclusion of sweeteners such as stevia leaf extract and monk fruit extract, alongside citric acid, contributes to the product’s score reduction. While these are alternatives to traditional sugars, our criteria penalize added sweeteners. Furthermore, the product contains “natural flavors,” a term that often represents a variety of undisclosed chemical compounds and has led to a deduction in points due to the potential harm these ambiguous additives may pose.
Another significant concern is the presence of pyridoxine hydrochloride, a form of vitamin B6, which can be synthetic and is not aligned with our clean label philosophy. The scoring system also penalizes the product for not containing any organic ingredients or certifying as non-GMO, which are key factors in determining the overall healthfulness and environmental impact of food products.
Additionally, a deduction was made for an ingredient related to palm oil, which is associated with environmental degradation and unethical practices in its production. However, it should be noted that palm oil itself is not listed in the ingredients provided, and this may warrant further investigation to clarify its inclusion in the scoring.
The product does offer some nutritional benefits, such as hydration from reverse osmosis water and a range of vitamins, including A, C, E, B3, B5, B6, and B12. Electrolytes have also been added for replenishment, which could be beneficial for post-exercise recovery.
Despite these nutritional elements, the overall composition of Vitamin Water Raspberry Dark Chocolate does not align with the high standards of clean and healthy food that our website promotes. It is evident that the product requires substantial reformulation to remove unwanted additives, incorporate organic ingredients, and ensure non-GMO status to achieve a better rating and truly cater to health-conscious consumers.
Certifications:
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