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Pepsi, Diet
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Pepsi, Diet

Pepsi
101.40 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
50mg
Sodium
18
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Pepsi, Diet presents itself as a familiar, highly processed cola bottled for multi-serve convenience — typically found in the refrigerated or soft drink aisle of American supermarkets beside other diet colas, regular sodas, mixers and energy drinks. Shoppers spot it on shelves with single-serve cans, large PET bottles and multipacks near chips, party snacks and mixers. It fits quick grocery runs for parties, game days, road trips and casual weeknight meals where a zero‑calorie, carbonated option is desired. The brand leans on youth-oriented, pop-culture positioning: Pepsi markets itself as bold, fun and modern, appealing to calorie-conscious consumers and fans of mainstream American cola culture. The label emphasizes “Diet” and zero calories, creating a health halo for people seeking weight-conscious choices, but it carries no organic or natural-certification claims (it does list “natural flavor” among many industrial additives). Processing-wise, this is an ultraprocessed soft drink made with isolated sweeteners, colorants and preservatives. Sensory details: the beverage is sharply carbonated with a crisp, effervescent bite, cola spice notes and a slightly metallic finish from artificial sweeteners; its caramel color gives a dark, syrupy appearance. Packaging is typically a clear or tinted PET bottle with a twist cap or cans for singles, designed for pouring over ice or drinking straight from the bottle at tailgates, family dinners, or movie nights. The ritual is quick and social — opened with a hiss, poured into a glass, often paired with salty foods — a convenient, familiar staple in American beverage culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 16.9
Servings per Container: 6
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium50mg2%
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, (Preserves, Freshness),, Caffeine,, Citric, Acid,, Natural, Flavor,, Acesulfame, Potassium..

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 industrial ingredients (aspartame, acesulfame potassium, caramel color, preservatives, 'natural flavor') and is formulated and packaged as a ready-to-drink product, classifying it as ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Pepsi, Diet

Ah, the 'H' word! Diet Pepsi is calorie-free and contains no added sugars, which can be appealing for those watching their weight. However, 'healthy' is subjective — it's great as an occasional treat, but it shouldn't replace nutritious beverages like water or herbal tea.

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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