Sodium bicarbonate also commonly known as baking soda, helps with the bubbly effect of Red Bull drinks.Citric acid to give a sour taste and influence the pH of the drink, making it also a preservative.Caffeine raises energy levels for drinkers and can potentially improve exercise performance, especially in endurance events and sports requiring high-intensity activity which takes anywhere from 1 minute to 60 minutes.Magnesium carbonate adjusts the pH of the drink making it act as a preservative and gives a sour taste when there is a sufficient amount of it.Unfortunately, the cans do not specify what colouring agents were used in the making of the liquids. Colour is considered an additive for both Red Bull and Red Bull Zero Sugar in order to give them a more appetizing yellow colour.Īdditives which both Red Bull and Red Bull Zero Sugar have are: Acesulfame-k and Sucralose are also considered additives in Red Bull Zero Sugar. It is also used as a suspending agent, to reduce sedimentation and maintain the same liquid composition throughout the can to maintain a stable suspension. In terms of additives used in the Red Bull Zero Sugar product, Xanthan Gum is included, which is a polysaccharide produced by bacteria and can be used as a thickening agent. Sucralose also does not increase insulin levels or promote tooth decay. Similar to Acesulfame-k, Sucralose is not metabolised in the body and as a result contributes zero calories. Sucralose is a chlorinated molecule, meaning the hydroxyl (-OH) groups of sucrose molecules are replaced by chlorine, making it taste similar to sugar but it is 600 times sweeter than sucrose. Non-caloric sweeteners like Acesulfame-k can provide a synergistic effect for sweetening when combined with other sweeteners such as Sucralose, which is also present in Red Bull Zero Sugar as a non-caloric sweetener. Sugar substitutes like Acesulfame-k do not contribute tooth decay, thus promoting healthier teeth when compared to drinking regular Red Bull. This allows the diabetic population to also enjoy Red Bull products by purchasing its zero sugar version. The Red Bull company has increased its variety of products by providing a low calorie alternative (5 calories total in a 250 mL can of Red Bull Zero Sugar) by using sugar substitutes such as Acesulfame-potassium (also known as Acesulfame-k) which is a non-caloric sweetener making it considered to be more safe for diabetic people. Sugar substitutes are used to combat excessive caloric consumption which is a risk factor for obesity and other health-related problems that most developed countries are facing right now. There are no fat substitutes in Red Bull Zero Sugar Roles of fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used in terms of functional properties they contribute to product. Summary of the substitutes and additives usedģ. Sugar substitutes: Acesulfame-potassium, SucraloseĪdditives for Zero Sugar only: Xanthan Gum, Acesulfame-potassium, SucraloseĪdditives for both Red Bull and Zero Sugar : Colour, Magnesium carbonate, Caffeine, Citric acid, Sodium bicarbonate
Fat substitutes, sugar substitutes, and/or additives used: Ingredients List in alphabetical order with differences underlined and bolded:Ģ. Image 8: Red Bull Zero Sugar Clear Label Red Bull (250 mL)
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