The change highlights ongoing debates around health impacts of corn syrup and sugar consumption.
Coca-Cola to Transition to Cane Sugar in the U.S. at Trump's Request
Coca-Cola to Transition to Cane Sugar in the U.S. at Trump's Request
Trump announces Coca-Cola's commitment to real cane sugar, sparking health discussions.
In a recent post on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump revealed that Coca-Cola has agreed to switch to real cane sugar in its U.S. beverages. Traditionally, Coca-Cola has used corn syrup as the primary sweetener in American products, a decision that has come under scrutiny due to health concerns raised by Trump's Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. “I have been speaking to Coca-Cola about using REAL Cane Sugar in Coke in the United States, and they have agreed to do so,” Trump conveyed, expressing gratitude to the company’s leadership.
A spokesperson for Coca-Cola acknowledged Trump's interest, stating they “appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm,” and assured that “more details on new innovative offerings within our Coca-Cola product range will be shared soon.” Trump predicted that this move would benefit the beverage giant, declaring, “It's just better.”
While Coke in the U.S. primarily relies on corn syrup, its international products, such as those sold in Mexico and the UK, typically utilize cane sugar. In previous comments, Coca-Cola's CEO James Quincey noted that the company has been working on sugar reduction strategies, which include recipe adjustments and enhancing consumer awareness of healthier product alternatives.
Kennedy, who leads the Make America Healthy Again movement, has called for American manufacturers to eliminate potentially harmful ingredients like corn syrup, artificial dyes, and seed oils from their foods. He argues that these ingredients contribute to a variety of health issues and intends to revise national dietary guidelines in the coming summer.
Interestingly, Trump himself is known to frequently enjoy Diet Coke, which contains the artificial sweetener aspartame. The former president had even installed a button in the Oval Office’s Resolute desk for quick access to his favorite beverage, showcasing his affinity for the brand amidst these changing discussions on food health and safety.
A spokesperson for Coca-Cola acknowledged Trump's interest, stating they “appreciate President Trump's enthusiasm,” and assured that “more details on new innovative offerings within our Coca-Cola product range will be shared soon.” Trump predicted that this move would benefit the beverage giant, declaring, “It's just better.”
While Coke in the U.S. primarily relies on corn syrup, its international products, such as those sold in Mexico and the UK, typically utilize cane sugar. In previous comments, Coca-Cola's CEO James Quincey noted that the company has been working on sugar reduction strategies, which include recipe adjustments and enhancing consumer awareness of healthier product alternatives.
Kennedy, who leads the Make America Healthy Again movement, has called for American manufacturers to eliminate potentially harmful ingredients like corn syrup, artificial dyes, and seed oils from their foods. He argues that these ingredients contribute to a variety of health issues and intends to revise national dietary guidelines in the coming summer.
Interestingly, Trump himself is known to frequently enjoy Diet Coke, which contains the artificial sweetener aspartame. The former president had even installed a button in the Oval Office’s Resolute desk for quick access to his favorite beverage, showcasing his affinity for the brand amidst these changing discussions on food health and safety.
