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Ricola - Original Natural Herb Cough Drops
Ricola · 80/100 · Caution
2 ingredients flagged with caution
What we flagged
| Ingredient | Verdict | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Flavor | Caution | Regulatory category that allows solvent extraction and undisclosed processing aids. Lack of transparency. |
| Sugar (Refined) | Caution | Refined sucrose, typically from sugarcane or sugar beet; minimally processed but a refined sweetener. |
How the score was reached
100 − 50×0 − 10×2 − 5×0 = 80
| Reason | Points | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Natural Flavor | -10 | Regulatory category that allows solvent extraction and undisclosed processing aids. Lack of transparency. |
| Sugar (Refined) | -10 | Refined sucrose, typically from sugarcane or sugar beet; minimally processed but a refined sweetener. |
Ingredients
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Diets this fits
PescatarianGluten-freeDairy-free
Certifications
Kosher
Label claims
VegetarianGluten Free
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