Kola
29
Nutrition Score
Poor

Kola

8683789552513
Starts at 50. Rises with whole foods, proteins, vitamins; drops with added sugars, trans fats, and syrups.
75
Hazard Score
Use with caution
31
Mirella Index
Basic
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.
High Fructose Corn Syrup
HFCS  ·  −5 pts
Moderate health concern Source: FDA, WHO
Refined sweetener. FDA states it is not more dangerous than other sugars; broad scientific consensus finds no meaningful metabolic difference from sucrose. Still a high-glycaemic added sugar linked to obesity/metabolic risk in excess.
Corn (Sweetcorn)
Corn  ·  No known concerns
Sweet corn kernels eaten fresh, canned, or frozen as a vegetable.
Carbon Dioxide
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
Caramel colorant made using ammonia and sulphite compounds, used in colas and dark sauces. Contains sulphites allergen.
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).
Acacia Gum (Gum Arabic)
E414  ·  No known concerns
Natural hardened sap harvested from Acacia trees. Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in high-end sweets and sodas. High in soluble prebiotic fiber.
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.
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