pop cola

44

Nutrition Score

Poor

pop cola

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

85

Hazard Score

Healthy

42

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.

E290 · No known concerns

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

Lemon · No known concerns

Citrus fruit valued for its tart juice and zest, used as a flavoring, acidifier, and source of vitamin C.

Sulphite Ammonia Caramel

E150d · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA

Contains sulphites

Caramel colorant made using ammonia and sulphite compounds, used in colas and dark sauces. Contains sulphites allergen.

Ginger · No known concerns

Pungent, spicy root used fresh, dried, or ground in cooking and drinks.

Phosphoric Acid

E338 · −4 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA, FDA

Acidity regulator used in cola drinks. Linked to lower bone density with excessive consumption.

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

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

Steviol Glycosides

E960 · No known concerns

Natural zero-calorie sweetener derived from the Stevia plant. Safe alternative to sugar.

Kola Nut Extract

KolaNutExtract · No known concerns

Caffeine-containing extract from the kola nut, traditionally used to flavor and stimulate in cola-style drinks.

Caffeine · −2 pts

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

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