Is Lemon Soda Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Terme Di Crodo
This page reviews Lemon Soda by Terme Di Crodo as a soft drink. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Glucose Fructose Syrup, Potassium Sorbate.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
This lemon soda contains potassium sorbate as a preservative and glucose-fructose syrup, indicating a processed composition that raises quality concerns. The presence of sugar also contributes to the moderate rating.
Main concern
Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of additives in this product.
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
- Natural lemon juice is included, providing authentic flavor and a natural source of acidity.
- The use of mineral water enhances the overall taste and quality of the beverage.
Concerns
- Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about the use of additives in this product.
- Glucose-fructose syrup is a processed sweetener that may contribute to health concerns associated with high sugar intake.
Who should avoid this product?
You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.
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Is Water safe in this soft drink?
Good
Water is used here as base. Mineral water serves as the primary ingredient, providing hydration and a refreshing base for the soda.
Role in formula: base
Original: Acqua minerale naturale "Fonti di Crodo-Lisiel"
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Is Lemon Juice safe in this soft drink?
Good
Lemon Juice is used here as natural_extract. Lemon juice adds natural flavor and acidity, enhancing the overall taste profile of the soda.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: succo di limone
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Is Lemon Juice From Concentrate safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Lemon Juice From Concentrate is used here as natural_extract. Concentrated lemon juice is used for flavoring, which may involve processing that can affect quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: succo di limone da concentrate
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice From Concentrate
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Is Sugar safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is a common sweetener that contributes to the beverage's taste but raises concerns about excessive sugar consumption.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: zucchero
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Is Glucose Fructose Syrup safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Glucose Fructose Syrup is used here as sweetener. This processed syrup is a source of added sugars and may have negative health implications when consumed in excess.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sciroppo di glucosio-fruttosio
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Is Carbon Dioxide safe in this soft drink?
Good
Carbon Dioxide is used here as flavor. Carbon dioxide is responsible for carbonation, providing the refreshing fizz characteristic of soft drinks.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: anidride carbonica
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Is Lemon Pulp safe in this soft drink?
Good
Lemon Pulp is used here as natural_extract. Lemon pulp adds texture and a more authentic lemon flavor, enhancing the overall sensory experience.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: polpa di limone
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Is Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors safe in this soft drink?
Medium
Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors is used here as flavor. Natural flavors are used to enhance taste, but their processing may raise questions about ingredient transparency.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: aroma naturale di limone con altri aromi naturali
Read the full ingredient profile for Natural Lemon Flavor With Other Natural Flavors
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Is Potassium Sorbate safe in this soft drink?
Bad
Potassium Sorbate is used here as preservative. Potassium sorbate is a synthetic preservative used to extend shelf life, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: conservante: sorbato di potassio
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: 4148256
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