Mtn Dew Pitch Black Zero Sugar Soda

Questions about Mtn Dew Pitch Black Zero Sugar Soda

Is Mtn Dew Pitch Black Zero Sugar Soda healthy?

TrustPick's ingredient review: some things worth noting. Its TrustPick Health Score is 69/100 (grade B). Per 100 g, sugar and sodium are below our "high" thresholds. Natural Flavor, Sodium Benzoate, Caffeine, Aspartame and 7 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 Pitch Black Zero Sugar Soda?

In label order (largest amount first): CARBONATED WATER, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVOR, SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVES FRESHNESS), POTASSIUM CITRATE, CAFFEINE, ASPARTAME, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, SUCRALOSE, GUM ARABIC, RED 40, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PROTECT FLAVOR), and 3 more.

Does Mtn Dew Pitch Black Zero Sugar Soda contain any ingredients worth knowing about?

Natural Flavor (worth noting): Natural flavors are generally recognized as safe, but their exact composition is often undisclosed, leading to some consumer concerns. Sodium Benzoate (worth noting): High doses may form benzene, a potential carcinogen, when combined with ascorbic acid under certain conditions. Caffeine (worth noting): Excessive caffeine intake may cause adverse effects, particularly in children, pregnant women, and caffeine-sensitive individuals. Aspartame (worth noting): Contains phenylalanine, which is harmful to individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU); long-term safety is debated. Acesulfame Potassium (worth noting): Long-term safety is debated, though it is widely approved for use. Sucralose (worth noting): Some studies suggest potential gut microbiome effects, though evidence is inconclusive.