Syrup vs Wheat Flavoured Milk Drink - Viju - Viju

• High Fructose Corn Syrup (Sweetener) — Primary sweetener delivering intense sweetness and calories but linked to obesity, insulin resistance, fatty liver disease, and cardiovascular risks due to rapid fructose metabolism with no essential nutrients provided.
• Sugar (Sweetener) — Added sucrose boosts sweetness and glycemic load, contributing to tooth decay, blood sugar spikes, weight gain, and increased risk of type 2 diabetes when consumed regularly.
• Corn Syrup (Sweetener) — Glucose-based sweetener that adds to total carbohydrate load and calories without vitamins, minerals, or fiber, promoting similar metabolic concerns as other refined sugars.
• Artificial Flavors (Flavoring Agent) — Synthetic flavor compounds used to create a specific taste profile; generally recognized as safe but part of ongoing debates regarding cumulative effects of artificial additives and potential sensitivities.
• Sodium Benzoate (Preservative) — Prevents bacterial growth in the syrup; can potentially form benzene (a carcinogen) when combined with vitamin C, leading to caution for frequent consumers avoiding synthetic preservatives.
• Artificial Color (Red 40) (Coloring Agent) — Synthetic azo dye providing vibrant red color; linked in some studies to hyperactivity in children, allergic reactions, and has faced consumer advocacy for potential long-term behavioral and health impacts.

• Sugar (Added Sweetener) — Contributes to pleasant taste but increases glycemic load leading to potential blood sugar fluctuations, weight gain, and higher risk of metabolic issues with frequent use.
• Malt extract (Flavor/Sweetener) — Offers some minerals and malty flavor from sprouted barley; adds to total sugars and may pose gluten-related risks for intolerant consumers.
• Wheat milk flavour (Flavoring Agent) — Creates the distinctive wheat-milk profile; provides no nutrients and may include synthetic compounds or traces that trigger allergies or sensitivities.
• Acesulfame-K (Artificial Sweetener) — Delivers intense sweetness with zero calories to partially replace sugar; subject to safety debates over potential long-term metabolic effects despite regulatory approval.

High Fructose Corn Syrup (Sweetener), Corn Syrup (Sweetener), Artificial Flavors (Flavoring Agent), Citric Acid (Acidulant/Flavor Enhancer), Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Xanthan Gum (Thickener/Stabilizer), Artificial Color (Red 40) (Coloring Agent)

Water (Solvent/Base), Sugar (Sweetener)

Full cream milk powder (Dairy Ingredient), Malt extract (Flavor/Sweetener), E473 (Emulsifier/Stabilizer), E466 (Thickener/Stabilizer), Wheat milk flavour (Flavoring Agent), Acesulfame-K (Artificial Sweetener), Milk flavour (Flavoring Agent), Sodium bicarbonate (Acidity Regulator), Ethyl maltol (Flavor Enhancer)