Is Energy Drink Guava Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Flying Power X Treme
Energy Drink Guava is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Flying Power X Treme. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar, Flavoring, Glucuronolactone affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes sugar and several synthetic additives like ammonium sulfite caramel color, raising quality concerns. Natural extracts like guarana and ginseng are present but do not offset the synthetic components.
Main concern
High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
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 guarana extract, a natural source of caffeine that may enhance energy levels.
- Includes vitamins such as B6 and B12, which are essential for energy metabolism.
Concerns
- High sugar content raises concerns about excessive sweetness and potential health impacts.
- Synthetic colorants like ammonium sulfite caramel may pose quality concerns due to their artificial nature.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this energy drink, ensuring proper hydration.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness but contributes to high caloric content and potential health risks.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Apple Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Apple Juice From Concentrate is used here as flavor. Apple juice concentrate adds flavor but is processed, raising concerns about added sugars.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Apfelsaft aus Apfelsaftkonzentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Apple 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 used for flavor enhancement and preservation, generally regarded as safe.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuberungsmittel: Citronensäure
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbon Dioxide is used here as base. Carbon dioxide is used for carbonation, providing the drink with its fizzy texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kohlensäure
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Is Taurine safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Taurine is used here as flavor. Taurine is included for its potential energy-boosting effects, though its long-term safety is debated.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Taurin
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Is Flavoring safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Flavoring is used here as flavor. Flavoring agents can be synthetic and may raise concerns about artificial additives.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Aroma
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Is Sodium Citrates safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sodium Citrates is used here as acidulant. Sodium citrates act as a pH regulator, but their synthetic nature raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säureregulator Natriumcitrate
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Is Carrot Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carrot Concentrate is used here as colorant. Carrot concentrate is a natural colorant, providing some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: färbendes Karottenkonzentrat
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Is Caffeine safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Caffeine is used here as stimulant. Caffeine is included for its stimulating effects, but excessive consumption can lead to health issues.
Role in formula: stimulant
Original: Koffein
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Is Glucuronolactone safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Glucuronolactone is used here as other. Glucuronolactone is a synthetic compound with unclear safety implications in high doses.
Role in formula: other
Original: Glucuronolacton
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Is Ginseng Extract safe in this soft drink?
Good
Ginseng Extract is used here as natural_extract. Ginseng extract is included for its potential energy-boosting properties and is generally considered safe.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Ginseng-Aromaextrakt
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Is Inositol safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Inositol is used here as other. Inositol is often used for its potential benefits in energy metabolism, but its effects can vary.
Role in formula: other
Original: Inosit
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Is Guarana Extract safe in this soft drink?
Good
Guarana Extract is used here as natural_extract. Guarana extract is a natural source of caffeine, contributing to the drink's energizing effects.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Guaranaextrakt
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Is Ammonium Sulfite Caramel Color safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Ammonium Sulfite Caramel Color is used here as colorant. This synthetic colorant raises concerns due to its artificial nature and potential health risks.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: Farbstoff: Ammonsulfit-Zuckerkulör
Read the full ingredient profile for Ammonium Sulfite Caramel Color
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Is Vitamin Mixture safe in this soft drink?
Good
Vitamin Mixture is used here as other. The vitamin mixture includes essential B vitamins that support energy metabolism.
Role in formula: other
Original: Vitaminmischung: Niacin, Pantothensäure, Vitamin B6, 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: 3855235
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