Thirst Quencher Lemon Lime product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Thirst Quencher Lemon Lime Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Gatorade

Thirst Quencher Lemon Lime is one of the soft drink products analyzed by Zerotox for Gatorade. 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 Glycerol Ester Of Rosin, Yellow 5 affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This drink contains sugar and dextrose as sweeteners, along with sodium citrate and monopotassium phosphate as electrolytes. The presence of artificial color (yellow 5) raises quality concerns.

Main concern

High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises concerns about excessive sweetness.

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 citric acid, which adds tartness and can enhance flavor.
  • Includes sodium citrate and monopotassium phosphate, which help replenish electrolytes.
  • Natural flavoring contributes to the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.

Concerns

  • High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises concerns about excessive sweetness.
  • Yellow 5 is an artificial color that may cause reactions in sensitive individuals.
  • Glycerol ester of rosin is a synthetic ingredient that may not be well-received by all consumers.

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this soft drink.

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: 4196477

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Frequently asked questions

Gatorade — Thirst Quencher Lemon Lime has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among soft drink products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Contains citric acid, which adds tartness and can enhance flavor.; Includes sodium citrate and monopotassium phosphate, which help replenish electrolytes.; Natural flavoring contributes to the overall taste profile without synthetic additives.. See the Pros section above.
This drink contains sugar and dextrose as sweeteners, along with sodium citrate and monopotassium phosphate as electrolytes. The presence of artificial color (yellow 5) raises quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Gatorade — Thirst Quencher Lemon Lime has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Gatorade products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
This product is flagged for: High sugar content from sugar and dextrose raises concerns about excessive sweetness.; Yellow 5 is an artificial color that may cause reactions in sensitive individuals.; Glycerol ester of rosin is a synthetic ingredient that may not be well-received by all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Gatorade — Thirst Quencher Lemon Lime has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, citric acid, salt. See the Ingredients section above.

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