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January 1, Consumers Frustrated Over Mix-Up: Zero Sugar Lemonade Recall Over Misleading Packaging
In a recent revelation that’s sure to frustrate many health-conscious consumers, thousands of potentially misleading Minute Maid “Zero Sugar” Lemonade cases were recalled. This mishap, confirmed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), involved cans that were incorrectly labeled as “Zero Sugar” yet contained the full-sugar variant of the beloved lemonade. These products found their way to shelves in Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.
Coca-Cola, the parent company of Minute Maid, assured that the affected products are now off the shelves, making assurances that folks in these states shouldn’t worry about having unsuspecting sipped sugary lemonade under a false label. The beverage giant emphasized that they took prompt voluntary action, recalling these products from the market to maintain trust with their consumers.
More than 13,000 cases of this mislabeled product were recalled in total, highlighting the scale of the oversight. For those unfamiliar, the supposedly Zero Sugar version of Minute Maid is sweetened with aspartame—notably free from sugar, unlike its sugary counterpart, which packs a hefty 28 grams of sugar per cup.
The FDA has deemed this a “Class II” recall. It’s worth noting such a classification suggests that while adverse health impacts are possible, they’re likely temporary and reversible, with serious health risks being relatively unlikely. Nevertheless, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and accuracy in labeling—something that American families looking out for their health should remain aware of.
While this doesn’t reach the severity of a “Class I” recall, which could imply lifethreatening consequences, it’s a wake-up call for meticulous oversight in food and beverage production, especially when it comes to products claiming to cater to health and dietary needs.
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