Vitamin C
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Nutrition Score

Vitamin C

6269352109050
Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
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Hazard Score
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Mirella Index
Quality category: Gourmet (80+), Everyday (50–79), or Basic (0–49)
Ingredients
Water
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.
Citric Acid
E330  ·  No known concerns
Natural organic acid used as an antioxidant and flavoring. Safe for ingestion.
Sodium Benzoate
E211  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA
Common preservative. Can react with Vitamin C to form benzene (a known carcinogen).
Caffeine
Caffeine  ·  −2 pts
Natural stimulant found in coffee, tea, and cacao, also added to energy drinks and some medications.
Ammonia Caramel
E150c  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: EFSA
Brown coloring made using ammonium compounds. Contains traces of 4-MEI which is monitored for safety.
natural and artificial flavors
No known concerns
Added Vitamins (Vitamin Mix)
VitaminMix  ·  No known concerns
Blend of synthetic vitamins added to fortify processed foods such as cereals and drinks; the specific vitamins vary by product.
Niacin (Vitamin B3)
Niacin  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, added to fortify flour and cereals.
Pantothenic Acid (B5)
PantAcid  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin involved in energy metabolism, added to fortify cereals and supplements.
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
VitB6  ·  No known concerns
Essential B vitamin involved in protein metabolism and brain development, 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.
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
E300  ·  No known concerns
Natural antioxidant vitamin. Used to prevent oxidation in foods and beverages. Safe and beneficial.
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