Trump Announces Coca-Cola's Shift to Cane Sugar in U.S. Products

In a recent update, President Trump claims that Coca-Cola will be transitioning to real cane sugar for its U.S. products, following concerns raised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about the health implications of corn syrup.

President Donald Trump has declared that Coca-Cola will change its U.S. beverage formulation to incorporate real cane sugar instead of the commonly used corn syrup. In a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed his appreciation towards Coca-Cola for agreeing to this shift following discussions about health concerns associated with corn syrup, raised notably by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Trump mentioned, “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. I’d like to thank all of those in authority at Coca-Cola.” A spokesperson for the beverage giant acknowledged the president's enthusiasm and hinted at the rollout of more innovative offerings soon.

Historically, Coca-Cola products in the U.S. have been sweetened with corn syrup, while variants in other countries like Mexico and the UK utilize cane sugar. The change aligns with recent public health initiatives, as CEO James Quincey indicated a focus on reducing sugar content and improving beverage recipes.

Kennedy, a proponent of the Make America Healthy Again campaign, has advocated for the removal of various controversial ingredients, including corn syrup. He has been vocal about the health risks linked to high sugar consumption and aims to update the nation’s dietary guidelines.

Notably, Trump himself is known to enjoy Diet Coke, which contains the artificial sweetener aspartame, and even has a button in the Oval Office for quick service of the beverage. The potential impact of this new ingredient decision could reverberate through public health discussions, as the nation grapples with dietary concerns.