35

Nutrition Score

Poor

Cola

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

78

Hazard Score

Use with caution

25

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.

Sulphite Ammonia Caramel

E150d · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: EFSA

Contains sulphites

Cola-type brown colour; contains 4-MEI.

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).

Caffeine · −2 pts

Stimulant in colas, energy drinks, coffee.

E950 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

Artificial calorie-free sweetener. Contains methylene chloride; long-term safety remains debated.

E955 · −2 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA

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

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