Is Apple + Green Tea Sparkling Beverage Safe? Ingredient Analysis
President's Choice
Apple + Green Tea Sparkling Beverage is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for President's Choice. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
This beverage contains concentrated apple juice and natural flavor, but also includes sugars and several vitamins. The presence of sugars raises concerns about processed ingredients, impacting the overall rating.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This beverage contains concentrated apple juice and natural flavor, but also includes sugars and several vitamins. The presence of sugars raises concerns about processed ingredients, impacting the overall rating.
Main concern
High sugar content from concentrated apple juice raises 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 green tea solids, which may provide some antioxidant properties.
- Includes vitamins like niacinamide and riboflavin, contributing to nutritional value.
Concerns
- High sugar content from concentrated apple juice raises quality concerns.
- Natural flavor is vague and may indicate processing, affecting ingredient transparency.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.
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Is Carbonated Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbonated Water is used here as base. Carbonated water serves as the primary ingredient, providing the beverage's refreshing base without any quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: Carbonated water
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Is Concentrated Apple Juice safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Concentrated Apple Juice is used here as sweetener. Concentrated apple juice adds sweetness and flavor but is high in sugars, raising concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sugars (concentrated apple juice)
Read the full ingredient profile for Concentrated Apple Juice
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Is Natural Flavour safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Flavour is used here as flavor. Natural flavor enhances taste but lacks transparency regarding its specific components, which may raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Natural flavour
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Is Green Tea Solids safe in this soft drink?
Good
Green Tea Solids is used here as natural_extract. Green tea solids are included for flavor and potential antioxidant benefits, contributing positively to the beverage's profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Green tea solids
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Is Malic Acid safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Malic Acid is used here as acidulant. Malic acid is used to enhance tartness and balance sweetness, but it is a processed ingredient that may raise concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Malic acid
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Is Niacinamide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Niacinamide is used here as nutrient. Niacinamide (vitamin B3) is included for its nutritional benefits, supporting overall health without safety concerns.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: Niacinamide (niacin)
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Is Pyridoxine Hydrochloride safe in this soft drink?
Good
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride is used here as nutrient. Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6) is added for its health benefits, contributing positively to the beverage's nutritional profile.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6)
Read the full ingredient profile for Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
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Is Riboflavin safe in this soft drink?
Good
Riboflavin is used here as nutrient. Riboflavin (vitamin B2) is included for its essential role in energy metabolism, enhancing the beverage's nutritional value.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: Riboflavin (vitamin B2)
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Is Biotin safe in this soft drink?
Good
Biotin is used here as nutrient. Biotin is added for its role in metabolic processes, contributing positively to the beverage's overall nutritional profile.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: Biotin
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Is Cyanocobalamin safe in this soft drink?
Good
Cyanocobalamin is used here as nutrient. Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12) is included for its importance in nerve function and energy production, enhancing nutritional value.
Role in formula: nutrient
Original: Cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12)
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: 3244211
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