Overview
- The beverage is on sale in 12-ounce single cans and 8-packs in Original Cola and Cherry Vanilla, with 30 calories, 5 grams of sugar and no artificial sweeteners.
- Each can contains 3 grams of prebiotic fiber, and product information reported by Mint identifies soluble corn fiber as the source.
- Pepsi says the nationwide release follows a Black Friday online debut that sold out.
- Rivals include Coca-Cola’s Simply Pop prebiotic soda, listed at 6 grams of fiber per can, and category leaders such as Poppi and Olipop.
- Health experts say prebiotic sodas may provide modest added fiber but are not a substitute for whole foods, and some people can experience bloating, gas or diarrhea.