Syrup
High in added sugars and artificial additives with no nutritional benefits; poor choice for regular consumption.
High added sugar content. Contains artificial color Red 40 and preservative sodium benzoate which may cause sensitivity or hyperactivity in some individuals, especially children. Avoid excessive consumption.
What's the verdict?
This ultra-processed syrup offers high sweetness from HFCS, sugar, and corn syrup with added artificial flavors, citric acid for tartness, preservatives, thickener, and synthetic dye. It provides empty calories with no beneficial nutrients or fiber.
Ingredients
9 listed · 6 flagged · estimated by AI, check the label- High Fructose Corn Syrup (Sweetener)Caution
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.
- Water (Solvent/Base)
Serves as the main carrier to achieve desired consistency; completely neutral with no positive or negative health effects in this context.
- Sugar (Sweetener)Caution
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)Caution
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)Caution
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.
- Citric Acid (Acidulant/Flavor Enhancer)
Provides tartness and helps with preservation; generally safe in small amounts but may act as a mild irritant causing mouth or stomach discomfort in sensitive consumers.
- Sodium Benzoate (Preservative)Caution
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.
- Xanthan Gum (Thickener/Stabilizer)
Fermentation-derived gum that improves texture and prevents separation; mostly neutral but may cause digestive bloating or gas in sensitive individuals when consumed in larger quantities.
- Artificial Color (Red 40) (Coloring Agent)Caution
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.
Nutrition
| calories | 200 |
|---|---|
| sodium | 30 |
| total carbohydrate | 52 |
| sugars | 42 |
None: total fat, saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, dietary fiber, protein, vitamin d, calcium, iron, potassium.
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