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President Donald Trump claims Coca-Cola will now use real cane sugar in its US products, replacing corn syrup. Health concerns, particularly those raised by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, have been central to this decision. This move aligns with growing health advocacy efforts, marking a significant shift in how Americans might consume sugary beverages in the future.

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Trump states Coca-Cola will adopt real cane sugar in US drinks. This comes after voiced health concerns over corn syrup. A new era of beverage production may be on the horizon.

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In a recent announcement, President Donald Trump confirmed that Coca-Cola would begin using real cane sugar instead of corn syrup in its drinks sold within the United States. This change is a response to health concerns—the foremost being those of Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, who has raised issues about the health implications of corn syrup consumption. According to Trump’s post on Truth Social, discussions with Coca-Cola led to this agreement, with Trump extending his gratitude to the company's authoritative figures.

Coca-Cola, through a spokesperson, acknowledged the President’s enthusiasm and teased forthcoming innovative changes in their product range. This decision signifies a considerable departure from the typical sweetening practices in U.S. markets, where corn syrup has long been the norm. This contrasts with products in other countries, like Mexico and the United Kingdom, where cane sugar has traditionally been used.

In a move to mitigate sugar content, Coca-Cola's CEO James Quincey addressed investors in April, highlighting continued efforts to reduce sugar in their beverages. These efforts involve altering recipes and leveraging the company’s global marketing and distribution networks to enhance consumer awareness about their evolving product lineup. Kennedy, and his “Make America Healthy Again” campaign, have pushed for the elimination of certain ingredients from American products, connecting them to various health issues. The focus is not just on corn syrup but also on seed oils and artificial dyes.

The push for healthier ingredients comes amidst broader calls for dietary changes among Americans. Kennedy plans to revise national dietary guidelines to reflect these concerns better. Interestingly, President Trump, a frequent consumer of Diet Coke—which employs the artificial sweetener aspartame—had even installed a button in the Oval Office for instant access to the beverage.

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