Punch

63

Nutrition Score

Moderate

Punch

5060751214304

Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.

86

Hazard Score

Healthy

56

Mirella Index

Everyday

Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)

Ingredients

Water · No known concerns

The most common ingredient in processed foods.

Sugar (Sucrose)

Sugar · −4 pts

Moderate health concern Source: WHO, FDA

Common refined sugar. High consumption is linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, and tooth decay.

Apple · No known concerns

Common tree fruit eaten fresh, dried, or processed into juice and sauce. A source of fiber and vitamin C.

Caffeine · −2 pts

Natural stimulant found in coffee, tea, and cacao, also added to energy drinks and some medications.

L-Carnitine · −1 pts

Amino-acid derivative used as an additive in energy and vitamin drinks.

Inositol · No known concerns

A vitamin-like compound sometimes added to energy/sports drinks.

Taurine · −2 pts

Amino sulfonic acid naturally found in meat and fish, commonly added to energy drinks and pet food.

Guarana · −2 pts

Amazonian seed with a very high natural caffeine content, used to boost energy in drinks and supplements.

Pantothenic Acid (B5)

PantAcid · No known concerns

Essential B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, added to fortify cereals and supplements.

Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)

VitB12 · No known concerns

Essential B-vitamin for nervous system and blood cells. Fortified in plant-based foods.

Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)

FolicAcid · No known concerns

Synthetic form of vitamin B9, added to fortify flour and cereals. Important for cell growth and preventing birth defects.

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)

E101 · No known concerns

Essential B vitamin that also acts as a natural yellow-orange food colorant, added to fortify cereals and dairy alternatives.

Niacin (Vitamin B3)

Niacin · No known concerns

Essential B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, added to fortify flour and cereals.

Calcium Carbonate

CalciumCarb · No known concerns

Common calcium supplement and anti-caking agent. Found naturally in chalk and limestone.

Magnesium Carbonate

E504 · No known concerns

Anti-caking agent and acidity regulator used in powdered foods and spices.

Magnesium Oxide

MgOxide · No known concerns

Mineral compound used as a magnesium supplement and as an anti-caking/acidity regulator in food.

Ammonium Chloride

E506 · −1 pts

Mineral salt occasionally used as an electrolyte/yeast nutrient additive.

Potassium Chloride

E508 · No known concerns

Metal halide salt used as a salt substitute and flavor enhancer. Can have a metallic taste.

E331 · No known concerns

Salt of citric acid used to control acidity and as an emulsifier in processed cheese, drinks, and desserts.

E420 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Can have a laxative effect in large amounts.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

Catch-all term for flavour compounds derived from natural sources (plants, animals, fermentation).

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