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Added Lemon Flavour
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This energy drink contains several artificial sweeteners and a synthetic color, which are common in ultra-processed beverages. While generally recognized as safe within regulatory limits, the presence of sucralose and tartrazine may be a concern for some consumers, particularly children. The product also includes polyphosphates and calcium disodium EDTA, which are sequestrants. The overall formulation is typical of an energy drink, focusing on flavor and stimulation rather than nutritional value.
At a glance
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Contains artificial sweeteners, synthetic color, and multiple additives
This energy drink contains artificial sweeteners sucralose and steviol glycosides, along with the synthetic color tartrazine (INS 102), which has been linked to hyperactivity in children. It also includes several other additives like polyphosphates and calcium disodium EDTA. While these ingredients are approved for use, individuals sensitive to artificial colors or those monitoring additive intake may wish to exercise caution.
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Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for beverage. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
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Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains Tartrazine (INS 102), a synthetic color linked to hyperactivity in children. Parents of children prone to hyperactivity may wish to avoid this product.
Contains high-intensity artificial sweeteners (sucralose, steviol glycosides) which may not be suitable for regular consumption by young children.
Watch out for
Artificial sweeteners (sucralose, steviol glycosides) for those monitoring intake.
Synthetic color (tartrazine) for potential links to hyperactivity, especially in children.
Multiple food additives contribute to the ultra-processed nature of the beverage.
Colour — flagged as a high-level concern — see the ingredient breakdown below.
Flavours (Natural Flavouring Substances) — a flavour blend: its individual compounds are not listed on the label.
Ingredient Concerns safety database
Sources cited below may be Indian (FSSAI) or international (EU, US, WHO, IARC) — an international classification or law is evidence, not an Indian regulatory finding.
Flavouring Substances
Indian rules classify added flavours as natural, nature-identical (chemically synthesised copies of natural compounds) or artificial, and require the class to be declared. The label names the class, not the compounds, so a reader cannot see which substances make up the blend, or whether it carries something they avoid. This is information about transparency, not a finding of harm.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: FSS (Food Products Standards and Food Additives) Regulations 2011, flavours; FSS (Labelling and Display) Regulations 2020
Flavouring Substances: regulation, sources and other products →Decode Label Analysis
Contains Tartrazine (INS 102), a synthetic food color linked to hyperactivity in children by EFSA.
Contains artificial sweetener Sucralose (INS 955), which some consumers prefer to avoid.
Contains polyphosphates (INS 452(i)) and calcium disodium EDTA (INS 385), which are sequestrants commonly found in ultra-processed foods.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
The ingredient list includes 'FLAVOUR (NATURAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES)', which supports the claim of added lemon flavour.
The primary ingredient is water, which is a fluid.
The ingredient list includes 'MINERAL SALTS', which are a source of electrolytes.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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WaterWATER
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Acidity RegulatorCitric acid (INS 330)ACIDITY REGULATOR (330)
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Mineral SaltsMINERAL SALTS
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SequestrantsPolyphosphates (INS 452), Calcium disodium EDTA (INS 385)SEQUESTRANTS (452 (i) 385)
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Flavour (Natural Flavouring Substances)FLAVOUR (NATURAL FLAVOURING SUBSTANCES)
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PreservativePotassium sorbate (INS 202)PRESERVATIVE (202)
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SweetenersSucralose (INS 955), Steviol glycosides (INS 960)SWEETENERS (955, 960 a)
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StabilizerGlycerol esters of wood rosin (INS 445)STABILIZER (445)
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Colour synthetic colourTartrazine (INS 102)COLOUR (102)
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✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
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No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Total Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 47 mg |
| Potassium | 13 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in Added Lemon Flavour?
The label of Added Lemon Flavour lists 9 ingredients, in label order: Water, Acidity Regulator, Mineral Salts, Sequestrants, Flavours (Natural Flavouring Substances), Preservative, Sweetener, Stabilizers, Colour. Flagged by the analysis: Colour, Flavours (Natural Flavouring Substances), Sequestrants.
Is Added Lemon Flavour safe to eat?
Added Lemon Flavour scores 6.5/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This energy drink contains artificial sweeteners sucralose and steviol glycosides, along with the synthetic color tartrazine (INS 102), which has been linked to hyperactivity in children. It also includes several other additives like polyphosphates and calcium disodium EDTA. While these ingredients are approved for use, individuals sensitive to artificial colors or those monitoring additive intake may wish to exercise caution.
Why does Added Lemon Flavour score 6.5/10?
What the analysis notes: Artificial sweeteners (sucralose, steviol glycosides) for those monitoring intake. Synthetic color (tartrazine) for potential links to hyperactivity, especially in children. Multiple food additives contribute to the ultra-processed nature of the beverage.
Who should avoid Added Lemon Flavour?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Sensitive to artificial sweeteners (sucralose); Sensitive to synthetic food colors (tartrazine); Children prone to hyperactivity; Avoiding polyphosphates or EDTA.
Is Added Lemon Flavour suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
How much sugar is in Added Lemon Flavour?
0 g of total sugar per 100 ml. The label does not declare added sugar separately, so we cannot say how much of it is added.
Are the claims on the Added Lemon Flavour pack accurate?
Yes — all 3 claims on the pack checked out against the ingredient list and nutrition panel.
Is Added Lemon Flavour vegetarian?
Added Lemon Flavour is marked vegetarian, and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
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