Battery

51

Nutrition Score

Moderate

Battery

8600331002722

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

76

Hazard Score

Use with caution

38

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.

E330 · No known concerns

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

E290 · No known concerns

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

MaltodextrinIng · −4 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA

Highly processed starch derivative. Very high glycaemic index, used as filler and thickener.

Taurine · −2 pts

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

Natural Flavouring

NatFlavour · No known concerns

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

Caffeine · −2 pts

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

Sodium Benzoate

E211 · −5 pts

Moderate health concern Source: FDA, EFSA

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

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.

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.

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.

Pantothenic Acid (B5)

PantAcid · No known concerns

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

Guarana · −2 pts

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

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