Is Active Drink Safe? Ingredient Analysis
A Nossa Loja
A Nossa Loja's Active Drink is reviewed here as a soft drink. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Preservative E 242, Preservative E 202, Sweetener E 950.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several additives such as E-330 (citric acid) and E-202 (potassium sorbate) which raise concerns about synthetic preservatives. The presence of sweeteners E-950 and E-955 also indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Contains multiple synthetic preservatives (E-202, E-242) which raise quality concerns.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains fruit juices like orange and lemon, providing some natural flavor.
- Includes vitamins C and E, which are beneficial for overall health.
- Citric acid (E-330) acts as a natural acidulant, enhancing flavor.
- Antioxidant properties from E-300 may help in preserving freshness.
Concerns
- Contains multiple synthetic preservatives (E-202, E-242) which raise quality concerns.
- Sweeteners E-950 and E-955 are artificial, indicating a processed product.
- Stabilizers E-410 and E-440 may not be well-tolerated by all consumers.
- The overall high level of additives suggests a less natural composition.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this soft drink, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration and acting as a solvent for other components.
Role in formula: base
Original: Água
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Is Orange Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Orange Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Orange juice adds flavor and some nutrients, but being from concentrate indicates processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sumos de frutos obtidos a partir de produtos concentrados(laranja(5,8%))
Read the full ingredient profile for Orange Juice From Concentrate
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Is Lemon Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Lemon Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice contributes to flavor and acidity, but its concentrated form suggests processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sumos de frutos obtidos a partir de produtos concentrados(limão(3,2%))
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice From Concentrate
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Is Carrot Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Carrot Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Carrot juice adds flavor and color, but its concentrated form indicates processing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sumos de frutos obtidos a partir de produtos concentrados(cenoura(3%))
Read the full ingredient profile for Carrot Juice From Concentrate
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Is Citric Acid safe in this soft drink?
Good
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is a natural acidulant that enhances flavor and acts as a preservative.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidificante:E-330
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Is Vitamin C safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin C is used here as flavor. Vitamin C is included for its antioxidant properties and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vitaminas: C
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Is Vitamin E safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin E is used here as flavor. Vitamin E serves as an antioxidant, contributing to the product's stability.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: vitaminas: E
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Is Beta Carotene safe in this soft drink?
Good
Beta Carotene is used here as flavor. Beta-carotene is a precursor to vitamin A, providing color and potential health benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Provitamina A (beta-caroteno)
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Is Stabilizer E 410 safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Stabilizer E 410 is used here as stabilizer. E-410 is a stabilizer that helps maintain product consistency but may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: estabilizadores: E-410
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Is Stabilizer E 440 safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Stabilizer E 440 is used here as stabilizer. E-440 is another stabilizer that aids in texture but indicates a processed formulation.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: estabilizadores: E-440
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Is Flavoring safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring is added to enhance taste but may be artificial, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aromas
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Is Antioxidant E 300 safe in this soft drink?
Good
Antioxidant E 300 is used here as antioxidant. E-300 is a natural antioxidant that helps preserve freshness and quality.
Role in formula: antioxidant
Original: antioxidante: - 300
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Is Preservative E 242 safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Preservative E 242 is used here as preservative. E-242 is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term consumption effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservantes: E-242
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Is Preservative E 202 safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Preservative E 202 is used here as preservative. E-202 is a synthetic preservative that may pose health risks with excessive intake.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservantes: E-202
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Is Sweetener E 950 safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sweetener E 950 is used here as sweetener. E-950 is an artificial sweetener that can have controversial health implications.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: edulcorantes: E-950
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Is Sweetener E 955 safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sweetener E 955 is used here as sweetener. E-955 is another artificial sweetener that raises concerns about its long-term safety.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: edulcorantes: E-955
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3998581
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