Coke, Pepsi Promise 20% Product Calorie Slim Down

The video discusses the beverage industry's response to declining soda sales and obesity concerns. Coca Cola, Pepsi, and Dr Pepper Snapple have agreed to cut calories by 20% by 2025, focusing on diet and water offerings. This move aims to address public health concerns and preempt regulatory challenges. The companies also plan to target communities with high obesity rates, gaining support from health advocates.

What major step are Coca Cola, Pepsi, and Dr. Pepper Snapple taking to address declining sales?

• Increasing the size of their soda bottles

• Cutting calories by 20% by 2025

• Introducing new sugary flavors

• Reducing the price of their sodas

What has been a significant challenge for soda companies in the past five years?

• Shortage of raw materials

• Potential taxes on soft drinks in over 30 states

• Increased competition from energy drinks

• Lack of advertising

By how much have soda sales fallen since 1998 according to the Center for Science in the Public Interest?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

Which communities are soda companies focusing on to reduce obesity?

• Rural communities

• Suburban areas

• Wealthy neighborhoods

• Poorer communities with high obesity rates

What additional measure do health advocates want soda companies to adopt?

• Support tax cuts for healthier options

• Launch new soda flavors

• Increase advertising for sugary drinks

• Reduce the price of diet sodas