Mango Loco Energy Drink

40

Nutrition Score

Poor

Mango Loco Energy Drink

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

77

Hazard Score

Use with caution

37

Mirella Index

Basic

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.

GlucSyrup · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Refined sweetener from hydrolysed starch. High glycaemic index; linked to blood sugar spikes.

E330 · No known concerns

Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.

E296 · No known concerns

Natural acid found in apples and pears. Used as acidity regulator and flavour enhancer.

E290 · No known concerns

Gas used for carbonation in fizzy drinks and as a packaging gas to extend shelf life.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

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

E331 · No known concerns

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

Potassium Citrate

E332 · No known concerns

Salt of citric acid used to regulate acidity and as a preservative in drinks and processed foods.

Taurine · −2 pts

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

Potassium Sorbate

E202 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Widely used mild preservative to prevent mold. Generally recognized as safe within standard legal limits.

Sodium Benzoate

E211 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA

Common preservative. Can react with Vitamin C to form benzene (a known carcinogen).

E955 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

Artificial sweetener (Splenda). Potential negative impacts on gut microbiome and insulin sensitivity.

E160a · No known concerns

Natural orange-yellow pigment found in carrots. Acts as a precursor to vitamin A; generally safe.

E163 · No known concerns

Natural blue-red pigments found in berries, red cabbage, and grapes. Rich in antioxidants.

Caffeine · −2 pts

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

Niacin (Vitamin B3)

Niacin · No known concerns

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

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.

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

VitB6 · No known concerns

Essential B vitamin involved in protein metabolism and brain development, added to fortify cereals and supplements.

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.

Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)

VitB12 · No known concerns

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

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