Tag: Manufactured ingredients

An essential component of the metabolic pathway for converting food into energy, citric acid is a compound naturally found in citrus fruits. So, what does citric acid do to your body when consumed, and are there different effects for natural versus manufactured versions? The answers depend heavily on the source, dosage, and a person’s unique health.

According to the NOVA food classification system, energy drinks are categorized as ultra-processed products. This classification is based on the extensive industrial manufacturing required to produce energy drinks, which involve multiple processed ingredients and additives. Unlike minimally processed foods, these beverages undergo significant alteration from their natural state.