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Watermelon & Lime Probiotic Soda, 12 FZ
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Watermelon & Lime Probiotic Soda, 12 FZ

Culture Pop Soda
Available at Whole Foods
45
Calories
0g
Protein
8g
Sugars
45mg
Sodium
28
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd likely grab this slim can from the refrigerated sparkling beverages section or a cafe cooler—perfect for a sunny afternoon, picnic, or backyard barbecue. It gives a bright, modern vibe: a nostalgic nod to fruity soda marketed as a fresher, probiotic-forward alternative. However, the carbonation, acidulants and 'natural flavors' indicate processing to deliver consistent fizzy texture and shelf-stable flavor, hallmarks of ultraprocessed formulations.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 FL
Servings per Container: 1
Calories45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium45mg2%
Total Carbohydrate10g4%
Total Sugars8g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

CARBONATED, FILTERED, WATER, ORGANIC, JUICE, BLEND, FROM, CONCENTRATE, (WHITE, GRAPE,, WATERMELON,, LIME), NATURAL, FLAVOR, SEA, SALT, CITRIC, ACID, ORGANIC, ROSEMARY, VEGETABLE, JUICE, FOR, COROR, LIVE, PROBIOTIC, (BACILLUS, SUBTILIS)..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains processed components (carbonation, juice from concentrate) and additives like natural flavor and citric acid; these industrial ingredients and processing steps align with NOVA group 4 (ultraprocessed) despite the presence of organic juices and live probiotics.

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Common Questions about Watermelon & Lime Probiotic Soda, 12 FZ

The Watermelon & Lime Probiotic Soda is a fun, low-calorie beverage option with only 45 calories per can. It's not packed with added sugars or artificial ingredients, which makes it a healthier choice compared to many traditional sodas. However, 'healthy' can depend on your dietary goals — it's refreshing but doesn't replace a balanced meal!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
road-trip
post-workout

Vibe:

refreshingwholesomeconvenient
$2.19
per package