Mountain Dew (20 oz bottle)
How we scored it
This beverage contains high fructose corn syrup, artificial dye Yellow 5, and brominated vegetable oil, which are significant concerns. The presence of multiple additives and preservatives further indicates a high level of processing, negatively impacting its healthiness.
Nutrition facts
| Per 1 bottle (20 fl oz) | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 290 | |
| Total fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 105mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 77g | 28% |
| Dietary fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugars | 77g | |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
Marco's Pizza's published nutrition. Percentages are of the daily value on a 2,000-calorie diet.
Key ingredients
8HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUPVery Bad
This sweetener is linked to health concerns like obesity and insulin resistance when consumed in excess, which is why it has a very bad sentiment.
See more about HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP →BROMINATED VEGETABLE OILVery Bad
Brominated vegetable oil has been linked to health risks and is banned in some countries, which is why it is rated very bad.
SODIUM BENZOATEBad
Sodium benzoate is a preservative that has raised health concerns when consumed in large amounts, which is why it has a negative sentiment.
See more about SODIUM BENZOATE →CAFFEINEBad
Caffeine is a stimulant that can cause sleep issues and increased heart rate, leading to its negative perception.
See more about CAFFEINE →CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTABad
This additive is used as a preservative but has raised concerns about potential health effects, leading to its negative classification.
See more about CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA →YELLOW 5Bad
Yellow 5 is a synthetic dye that has been associated with allergic reactions and hyperactivity in some individuals.
See more about YELLOW 5 →CONCENTRATED ORANGE JUICEGood
Concentrated orange juice adds a natural citrus flavor and some vitamin C, making it a more natural ingredient compared to artificial flavorings.
CITRIC ACIDGood
Citric acid enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, and is naturally found in citrus fruits, making it a common and safe additive.
See more about CITRIC ACID →More drinks at Marco's Pizza
Scout's score is an independent read of Marco's Pizza's published ingredient statement and nutrition for this item, last scored September 2026. Recipes change — check the chain for today's menu. Scout takes no payment from any chain. How we score · Full Marco's Pizza menu.