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Diet Coke Diet Soda Soft Drink 2 l
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Diet Coke Diet Soda Soft Drink 2 l

Diet Coke
2 ltr
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
40mg
Sodium
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Diet Coke 2 L is the familiar, zero-calorie cola that lives in the soft drinks aisle of most American supermarkets — usually on eye-level shelves with other colas, diet and zero-sugar sodas, and nearby mixers and party supplies like chips and paper cups. It’s a staple for quick grab-and-go trips as well as larger shopping runs for gatherings. Occasion-wise it fits casual meals, game-day spreads, road-trip beverage packs, and movie-night lineups where a no-sugar fizzy option is wanted. Brand-wise Diet Coke is positioned as an iconic, lifestyle-oriented soda aimed at adults who want a bold, cola taste without calories; marketing leans on long-running cultural associations with urban, fashion-forward, image-conscious consumers and nostalgia for decades of pop culture. The bottle and label emphasize “no sugar, no calories,” a clear health-halo that suggests guilt-free indulgence, while small-type claims like “natural flavors” appear without organic or non-GMO certification — it is not marketed to children with cartoon imagery but rather to adults. Processing context: this is a highly processed, manufactured soft drink containing artificial sweetener, colorants, acids, preservatives and flavorings. Sensory details: poured cold from a 2-liter PET bottle into an ice-filled glass it delivers brisk carbonation, a light cola bite from phosphoric acid and caffeine, and the dark caramel color that signals classic cola flavor; the ritual is communal — people pour, share pitchers at parties, or mix with spirits. Packaging is practical and familiar, with a screw-top bottle designed for multi-serving convenience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 oz
Servings per Container: 6
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium40mg2%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
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, WATER,, CARAMEL, COLOR,, ASPARTAME,, PHOSPHORIC, ACID,, POTASSIUM, BENZOATE, (TO, PROTECT, TASTE),, NATURAL, FLAVORS,, CITRIC, ACID,, CAFFEINE..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
  • Caramel Color - Artificial coloring
No PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients (aspartame, caramel color, phosphoric acid, potassium benzoate, and flavorings) and is manufactured rather than minimally processed, matching the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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Common Questions about Diet Coke Diet Soda Soft Drink 2 l

Well, 'healthy' can be pretty subjective! Diet Coke has zero calories and no sugars, which can be appealing if you're watching your intake. However, it’s important to remember that while it’s low in calories, it’s not exactly a nutrient powerhouse. It’s more of a refreshing treat than a health tonic, so enjoy it in moderation!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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