Food

Coca-Cola Classic

Coca-Cola

28Concern

High sugar content and artificial additives present significant health concerns with minimal nutritional value.

Evaluated Feb 13, 2026

·AI-evaluated

Better Alternatives

Sparkling Water with Lime

Spindrift

85

Real fruit flavoring, no added sugars or artificial ingredients, just sparkling water and lime juice.

Sparkling Water with Natural Fruit

Spindrift

78

Made with real fruit juice and no artificial sweeteners or colors.

Organic Cola

Zevia

75

Zero sugar, naturally sweetened with stevia, organic flavoring, and no artificial colors or preservatives.

Key Concerns

Ingredients

6 ingredients

Global Regulatory Status

⚠️Caramel Color IV: Contains 4-methylimidazole, a potential carcinogen under CA Prop 65

California (Prop 65)

🌍Caramel Color IV: Contains 4-MEI, regulated in California under Prop 65

California (Prop 65)

Score Breakdown

High fructose corn syrup and artificial flavoring lower ingredient quality significantly

Highly processed with multiple synthetic ingredients and flavor enhancers

Contains caramel color IV and phosphoric acid with potential health implications

Limited transparency on ingredient sourcing and no organic certifications