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Boba Tea

Boba Tea nutrition label, ingredients and packaging

Not Vegan

Contains 'lactose'

Health ScorePoor
35/100
Calories
263
Sugar
38g
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Family & Pet Safety

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Not Dog Safe 🐶❌

⚠️ HEART RISK: Caffeine & Theophylline.
Ref: Pet Poison Helpline
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Pregnancy Safe? 🤰✅

Safe for consumption.

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Limit for Kids 👶⚠️

⚠️ SWEETENER: Contains methylene chloride. (CSPI)
Too much sugar (>25g) for kids. ()

Ingredient Decoder

Moderate Caution

Artificial Flavor

A mixture of chemicals synthesized in a lab to mimic natural tastes. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the specific ingredients used in these proprietary blends.

Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K)

A calorie-free sweetener usually blended with Sucralose. Contains Methylene Chloride (a carcinogen) residues from manufacturing, though FDA deems levels safe.

Caramel Color

The brown color in colas. Class III and IV caramel coloring contain 4-MEI, a chemical byproduct that is a possible human carcinogen.

Diacetyl

A chemical used to give popcorn a buttery taste. Inhaling it causes 'popcorn lung' (irreversible lung damage), though eating it is currently considered safe by FDA.

DATEM

An emulsifier used to create a uniform crust in bread. Linked to heart muscle fibrosis in animal studies, though considered safe by FDA.

Full Ingredients List:

SUGAR, NON-DAIRY CREAMER (GLUCOSE SYRUP, FULLY HYDROGENATED PALM KERNEL OIL, WHEY POWDER, SODIUM CASEINATE, TRIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, SODIUM TRIPHOSPHATE, MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES OF FATTY ACIDS, DIACETYL TARTARIC ACID ESTERS OF MONO - AND DIGLYCERIDES, SILICON DIOXIDE, BETA-CAROTENE), LACTOSE, BLACK TEA POWDER, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, TIEGUANYIN TEA POWDER, SILICON DIOXIDE, SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE, CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, WATER, TAPIOCA STARCH, SUGAR, ACETYLATED DISTARCH ADIPATE, CARAMEL COLOR, BROWN SUGAR, ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE, CARBOXYMETHYL CELLULOSE, GLUCONO DELTA-LACTONE, XANTHAN GUM, LACTIC ACID, MALIC ACID.

Diet Compatibility

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Vegan

Avoid

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Gluten-Free

OK

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Keto

Avoid

What you need to know

Fat in low quantity (2.1052631578947g)

This product contains a low amount of fat. A healthy choice for your heart.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Fat: the facts

Saturated Fat in moderate quantity (2.1052631578947g)

Contains moderate saturated fat.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS)

Sugars in high quantity (37.894736842105g)

A high consumption of sugar causes weight gain, tooth decay, and risks of type 2 diabetes. Limit sugary drinks and snacks.

Source: National Health Service UK (NHS) - Sugar: the facts

Salt in low quantity (0.10526315789474g)

Low salt content.

Source: WHO - Fact sheet - Salt reduction

Health Benefits

  • Convenient Snack

Cons & Warnings

  • High Sugar Content

Processing Level

Based on ingredient analysis (NOVA System)

NOVA 4: Ultra Processed

Analysis Report

Elena Rodriguez

Elena Rodriguez

Health Coach

"Elena focuses on practical nutrition for families."

Health Integrity Analysis

Is Boba Tea truly good for you, or is it just clever marketing? We analyzed the nutritional density, ingredient safety, and processing levels using the CakeID Algorithm. With a calculated health score of 35/100, here is the deep dive into what you are actually eating.

⚠️ Moderate Caution

While free from the most dangerous additives, we detected Artificial Flavor. A mixture of chemicals synthesized in a lab to mimic natural tastes. Manufacturers are not required to disclose the specific ingredients used in these proprietary blends. It is generally safe in small amounts but worth noting for sensitive diets.

The Sugar Reality Check

This product contains 38g of sugar per 100g. To put that into perspective, that's equivalent to eating roughly 10 sugar cubes directly. While it might taste great, such a high glycemic load can lead to rapid insulin spikes followed by energy crashes.

Final Verdict

Taking into account the macro-nutrient balance, additive risks, and caloric density, Boba Tea achieves a CakeID Score of 35/100.

Treat Only: Due to the low score, we recommend enjoying this only as an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple.

Health Recommendations

Sugar Spike

High sugar may cause energy crashes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boba Tea healthy?
It depends on your goals. With a score of 35/100, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Is Boba Tea Vegan?
No. Contains 'lactose'.
Are there artificial additives?
No high-risk artificial additives were detected in this product.
Disclaimer: The information provided by CakeID is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Always consult a professional for dietary concerns.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 package

Amount per serving
Calories
263
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 60g22%
Dietary Fiber 0g0%
Total Sugars 38g
Protein 1g
Vitamin D 0mcg0%
Calcium 0mg0%
Iron 0mg0%
Potassium 0mg0%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Burn It Off

To burn off the 263 kcal in 100g, you'd need to:

26
Run
33
Cycle
66
Walk

Sugar Visualization

1 cube ≈ 4g sugar (Contains ~9 cubes)

Macros

FDA Check

Passed. No active recalls.