Introduction In the United States, Keurig Dr Pepper launched a major recall after discovering that thousands of cans labelled as Dr Pepper Zero Sugar contain regular, full-sugar soda. This mislabeling issue affects products distributed in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. The company initiated the voluntary recall on May 23, 2025, after identifying the error. The
READ MOREDiet soda promises all the bubbles and sweetness of regular soda but skips the sugar and calories. That’s why millions of people reach for Diet Coke, Pepsi Max, or Sprite Zero every day, hoping to cut sugar, lose weight, or feel less guilty about enjoying a fizzy drink. On the surface, diet soda seems like
READ MOREOverview A new analysis from the Coronary Artery Risk Development in Young Adults (CARDIA) in the United States study found that people who consume more diet drinks and saccharin face a higher risk of developing diabetes. In contrast, total intake of artificial sweeteners, sucralose, and aspartame did not show a clear link to diabetes risk.
READ MOREAspartame is a widely used artificial sweetener that is approximately 200 times sweeter than sugar. It is commonly found in sugar-free and low-calorie food products such as diet sodas, sugar-free gum, protein bars, and various processed foods. Approved by food regulatory bodies worldwide, including the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), aspartame has
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