Overview

Revant Himatsingka, popularly known as Food Pharmer, recently sparked a wave of discussion on Instagram by breaking down the ingredient lists of two widely consumed summer beverages—Patanjali Gulab Sharbat and Rooh Afza. In his video titled “Patanjali and Rooh Afza EXPOSED”, he raised serious concerns about their sugar content, additives, and misleading labels.

Patanjali’s Gulab Sharbat: Sugar-Heavy and Questionably ‘Ayurvedic’

Himatsingka pointed out that the label on the Patanjali Gulab Sharbat bottle does not mention its sugar content. However, the brand’s official website claims the drink contains a staggering 99% sugar. He criticised the use of the term “Ayurvedic Proprietary Medicine” on the label, sarcastically questioning the inclusion of sodium benzoate, a modern preservative not found in traditional Ayurvedic practices. He also took issue with the brand’s recommendation to consume the drink twice daily, calling it irresponsible given its extreme sugar concentration.

Rooh Afza: Sweet but Potentially Harmful

Turning his attention to Rooh Afza, Himatsingka highlighted that the product lists 87% sugar on its label. He flagged the presence of multiple preservatives and an artificial red colour that is reportedly banned in Norway and Austria. He also noted a warning on the label that reads, “May cause attention and activity issues in children,” which raises red flags about the drink’s potential impact on child health.

High Sugar, Low Transparency

Himatsingka concluded his analysis by urging people to think twice before consuming these beverages. While they may seem refreshing, their excessive sugar content, use of synthetic additives, and lack of transparency pose serious health concerns, especially when consumed frequently.

Source: News18