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Summary
This lime sparkling water is primarily composed of carbonated water and natural flavors, which are derived from natural sources but can be highly processed. The product's high processing level limits its score, despite the absence of artificial sweeteners, dyes, or excessive additives. The lack of transparency in the composition of natural flavors is a concern, as they may contain additives or allergens without providing nutritional benefits.
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Carbonated WaterNeutral
Carbonated water is simply water that has been infused with carbon dioxide gas under pressure. It is generally considered neutral as it does not provide significant nutritional benefits or risks. The carbonation process does not introduce any harmful substances.
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Natural flavors are a catch-all term for flavoring agents derived from natural sources but can be highly processed. The lack of transparency in their composition and potential for containing additives or allergens is a concern. They do not provide nutritional benefits and may contribute to overconsumption of flavored products.
Risks
Potential risks include allergic reactions and the presence of undisclosed additives.
Processing
Ultra-Processed Foods
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