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Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour
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This energy drink contains a significant amount of added sugar and dextrose, contributing to a high sugar load. While the flavouring substances are not individually disclosed, the presence of Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110) is noted, which has been linked to hyperactivity in children. Individuals sensitive to artificial colours or those monitoring sugar intake, especially for children, should exercise caution. The product is generally suitable for healthy adults in moderation, but its high sugar content means it should not be a regular part of the diet.
At a glance
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High added sugar; contains artificial colour linked to hyperactivity
This energy drink contains a high amount of added sugar and dextrose, contributing to its overall sugar content. It also includes Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial colour that has been associated with hyperactivity in young children. The specific flavouring compounds are not disclosed, which limits full transparency for those with sensitivities.
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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.
Toddlers & young children (1–5)
LimitContains Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial colour that has been linked to hyperactivity in children.
High added sugar content from sugar and dextrose, which should be limited in young children's diets.
Why the score is capped
Flavouring not disclosed — the label does not say which substance this is
Rule F-CAP-13
Watch out for
High added sugar content from sugar and dextrose.
Presence of artificial colour Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110).
Undisclosed specific flavouring substances.
Flavour Emulsion — a flavouring blend. That means someone avoiding artificial flavourings, or with a known sensitivity, cannot verify what is in it. Noted as a moderate, transparency-level concern rather than a hazard.
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.
Added Sugars
Sugars added to food, and the sugars in honey, syrups and fruit juice concentrates, are "free sugars". The WHO guideline recommends that they stay below 10% of total energy intake and suggests below 5% for additional benefit. Where the sugar sits in the ingredient list and how many grams the panel declares is what matters; this is information, because the nutrition score already prices the grams.
Regulatory & scientific authority Source: WHO, Guideline: Sugars intake for adults and children (2015)
Added Sugars: regulation, sources and other products →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 Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial colour linked to hyperactivity in children.
The specific flavouring substances are not disclosed, which may be a concern for individuals with sensitivities to certain flavour compounds.
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 product is labeled as a 'Sports Drink', which is a category designation that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The label lists this only as a flavouring (nature-identical or artificial), which is made to resemble the ingredient rather than being it, so the pack cannot confirm the ingredient the name implies.
The ingredient list mentions 'Flavouring Substances' but does not specify if they are artificial or natural, so the claim cannot be verified.
The ingredients list 'Flavour Emulsion (Flavouring Substances)' and 'Flavouring Substances', which supports the claim of added orange flavour.
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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SugarSUGAR
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DextroseDEXTROSE
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Acidity RegulatorCitric acid (INS 330)ACIDITY REGULATOR (330)
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Mineral SaltsMINERAL SALTS
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Flavour EmulsionFLAVOUR EMULSION (Flavouring Substances, Colour (110))
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Flavouring Substances within Flavour Emulsion
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Colour within Flavour Emulsion synthetic colourSunset yellow FCF (INS 110)Colour (110)
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Stabilizer unnamedStabilizer (444)
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
✓ 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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| Energy | 24 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6 g |
| Total Sugars | 6 g |
| Total Fat | 0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 48 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 Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour?
The label of Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour lists 9 ingredients, in label order: Water, Sugar, Dextrose, Acidity Regulator, Mineral Salts, Flavour Emulsion, Flavouring Substances, Colour, Stabilizers. Flagged by the analysis: Dextrose, Flavour Emulsion, Colour, Flavouring Substances.
Is Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour safe to eat?
Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour scores 4.6/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This energy drink contains a high amount of added sugar and dextrose, contributing to its overall sugar content. It also includes Sunset Yellow FCF (Colour 110), an artificial colour that has been associated with hyperactivity in young children. The specific flavouring compounds are not disclosed, which limits full transparency for those with sensitivities.
Why does Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour score 4.6/10?
Flagged in the score: High added sugar content from sugar and dextrose. Presence of artificial colour Sunset Yellow FCF (INS 110). Undisclosed specific flavouring substances.
Who should avoid Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding high added sugar; Children prone to hyperactivity; Sensitive to artificial colours; Seeking full flavour transparency.
Is Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour suitable for babies or young children?
Toddlers & young children (1–5): Limit.
How much sugar is in Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour?
6 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 Sports Drink Added Orange Flavour pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 4 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "Gatorade Sports Drink" — can't be verified from the label. "No Added Preservatives" — can't be verified from the label. "No Artificial Flavour" — can't be verified from the label.
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