MTN DEW Baja Caribbean Splash Soda

Questions about MTN DEW Baja Caribbean Splash Soda

Is MTN DEW Baja Caribbean Splash Soda healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 57/100 (grade C). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. High Fructose Corn Syrup, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Sodium Benzoate, Caffeine and 3 more are worth noting. "Healthy" depends on your diet and how much you eat; these facts come from the label and are explained in our methodology at trustpick.app/methodology.

What are the ingredients in MTN DEW Baja Caribbean Splash Soda?

In label order (largest amount first): CARBONATED WATER, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, CITRIC ACID, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), CAFFEINE, SODIUM CITRATE, GUM ARABIC, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), RED 40, YELLOW 6.

Does MTN DEW Baja Caribbean Splash Soda contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

High Fructose Corn Syrup (worth noting): Excessive consumption is linked to metabolic health concerns, including obesity and diabetes. Natural and Artificial Flavor (worth noting): Artificial flavors are generally recognised as safe, but their exact composition is often undisclosed, raising concerns for sensitive individuals. Sodium Benzoate (worth noting): High doses may form benzene, a potential carcinogen, when combined with ascorbic acid. Caffeine (worth noting): Excessive intake can lead to side effects such as insomnia, anxiety, and increased heart rate. Calcium Disodium EDTA (worth noting): Excessive intake may lead to mineral depletion by binding to essential nutrients. Red 40 (worth noting): Linked to hyperactivity in children and debated for potential health effects.