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Soft drinks

Any drink that is neither alcoholic nor caffeinated, and is usually sweet and carbonated.

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D-ribose

Beverages; Soft drinks

D-ribose is a sugar which is present in energy-carrying compounds in our bodies, such as ADP (adenosine diphosphate) and ATP (adenosine triphosphate). It is also added to some sports and energy ...

Artificial flavours

Beverages; Soft drinks

Artificial flavours are substances used to impart flavour that are not derived from a natural substance such as a spice, fruit or fruit juice, vegetables or herbs.

Ascorbic acid

Beverages; Soft drinks

Ascorbic Acid is Vitamin C. Vitamin C is an antioxidant vitamin. It helps to protect body cells and tissues and helps to maintain healthy skin. Ascorbic acid is also used as a preservative in some ...

Aspartame

Beverages; Soft drinks

Aspartame is a low-calorie sweetener made primarily of two amino acids; aspartic acid and phenylalanine. Aspartame has been shown to be safe for everyone, including children and pregnant women. When ...

Brominated vegetable oil

Beverages; Soft drinks

Brominated Vegetable Oils are used as stabilisers to prevent the citrus flavouring oils from floating to the surface in beverages. Brominated Vegetable Oil may be derived from soybean or corn.

Caffeine

Beverages; Soft drinks

Caffeine comes from the leaves, seeds, or fruits of more than 60 plants. It is found in beverages and foods, such as coffee, tea, colas, and chocolate. Caffeine can also be man-made.

Calcium

Beverages; Soft drinks

Calcium is an important nutrient which is a major component of bones and teeth.

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