Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners

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Is Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners healthy?

Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains beneficial ingredients like raspberry juice concentrate and a herbal blend known for soothing properties, which are positive for health.

How processed is Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners?

Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Raspberry Juice Concentrate counts in its favor; Natural Flavors is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Ricola Throat Drops - Raspberry Mint - 45ct: Menthol, Dye-Free, Gluten-Free, No Artificial Sweeteners

Ricola
65 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Richterich family
Category Other Food
Summary

This product contains beneficial ingredients like raspberry juice concentrate and a herbal blend known for soothing properties, which are positive for health. However, it includes 'natural flavors', which lack transparency and can be concerning for those with allergies or sensitivities. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score despite the absence of artificial dyes and sweeteners.

Key ingredients 8

Raspberry Juice Concentrate
Good

Real fruit juice concentrate providing natural flavor and antioxidants.

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Isomalt
Neutral

A sugar alcohol used as a bulk sweetener that has a minimal impact on blood sugar levels.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common organic acid used for tart flavor and preservation.

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Lemon Balm And Herb Mixture
Neutral

Traditional blend of botanical extracts used for soothing herbal flavor.

Malic Acid
Neutral

Organic acid found naturally in fruits, used to add tartness.

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Stevia Leaf Extract
Neutral

Natural, zero-calorie sweetener derived from the stevia plant.

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Vegetable Juice
Neutral

Plant-derived color source used as an alternative to synthetic dyes.

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Natural Flavors
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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