President Donald Trump declared on Truth Social that Coca-Cola will begin using real cane sugar in its U.S.-made beverages.
He claimed to have personally urged the company to make the switch, calling it a “very good move” and adding: “It’s just better!”
Coca-Cola’s Response
The company neither confirmed nor denied the change.
It issued a brief statement: “We appreciate President Trump’s enthusiasm for our iconic Coca-Cola brand. More details on new innovative offerings will be shared soon.”
Trump’s Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has criticized high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), calling it a contributor to obesity and diabetes.
The move aligns with the administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” initiative, targeting ultra-processed foods.
Economic Implications:
HFCS is cheaper due to corn subsidies and sugar tariffs, making it a staple in U.S. manufacturing since the 1980s.
A shift to cane sugar could impact Midwestern corn farmers, many of whom are Trump supporters.
Science vs. Sentiment:
The FDA states no clear health difference between HFCS and cane sugar.
However, Mexican Coke, made with cane sugar, has a cult following for its “cleaner” taste.
(source economictimes)
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