Green Tea Citrus

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Common questions

Is Green Tea Citrus healthy?

Green Tea Citrus scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product features decaffeinated green tea, which retains beneficial antioxidants, contributing positively to its nutritional profile.

How processed is Green Tea Citrus?

Green Tea Citrus is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Green Tea Citrus' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Decaffeinated Green Tea counts in its favor; Natural Flavor 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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Green Tea Citrus

H-E-B
70 Good

Analysis updated October 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by H-E-B
Category Tea
Summary

This product features decaffeinated green tea, which retains beneficial antioxidants, contributing positively to its nutritional profile. However, the presence of 'natural flavor' introduces a moderate concern due to its highly processed nature and lack of transparency. Despite this, the product remains minimally processed with a clean ingredient list, allowing it to score well within its category.

Key ingredients 3

Decaffeinated Green Tea
Good

Decaffeinated green tea retains many of the beneficial antioxidants found in regular green tea, such as catechins and EGCG, which support heart health and provide anti-inflammatory effects. The decaffeination process may slightly reduce antioxidant levels, but it still offers significant health benefits. It is a clean ingredient with minimal processing, contributing positively to the product's nutritional profile.

Benefits

Rich in antioxidants that support cardiovascular health and may reduce inflammation.

Orange Peel
Neutral

Orange peel is a natural ingredient that can add flavor and aroma to beverages. It contains small amounts of essential oils and flavonoids, which may offer minor health benefits. However, its contribution to the overall nutritional profile of the product is minimal.

Benefits

Contains flavonoids and essential oils that may offer minor health benefits.

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Natural Flavor
Bad

Natural flavors are often used to enhance taste but can be highly processed and lack transparency regarding their specific components. They may contain a variety of chemical compounds, which can be concerning for individuals sensitive to additives. The lack of detailed information about the source and processing of these flavors makes them less desirable.

Risks

Potential for allergic reactions or sensitivities due to undisclosed chemical components.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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