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Sprite Zero Sugar Lemon Lime Diet Soda Pop Soft Drinks, 7.5 fl oz, 10 Pack
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Sprite Zero Sugar Lemon Lime Diet Soda Pop Soft Drinks, 7.5 fl oz, 10 Pack

Sprite
75 foz
Available at Foodtown
0
Calories
0g
Protein
25mg
Sodium
20
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Sprite Zero Sugar Lemon Lime in a 7.5 fl oz mini can 10-pack reads like a modern convenience staple on grocery shelves. You'd find it in the refrigerated soda aisle or on endcaps near other diet and zero-calorie carbonated drinks, mixers, and small-format cans designed for grab-and-go moments. The packaging is compact—aluminum mini cans bundled in a shrink-wrapped multipack—made for parties, backpacks, lunchboxes, and impulse buys at checkout. It’s positioned as a lifestyle soda for trend-conscious, calorie-aware shoppers: younger adults and teens who want iconic lemon-lime flavor without sugar, as well as people looking for a low-calorie alternative at social gatherings. Marketing leans into cultural cachet and creativity, linking the brand to artists, athletes, and tastemakers rather than nutrition. The label highlights zero sugar, caffeine-free, and "natural flavors," creating a light health halo despite the presence of artificial sweeteners and preservatives; there is no organic certification and the product is not marketed as wholesome or natural in the whole-food sense. In plain terms this is a highly processed soft drink made from carbonated water, low-calorie sweeteners, acidity regulators, preservatives, and flavoring agents. Sensory cues are immediate: lively carbonation, a crisp, clean lemon-lime top note, a light mouthfeel, and a lingering sweetener finish. Rituals include cracking a chilled mini can at concerts, pool parties, or during study sessions—quick refreshment with minimal fuss. Its convenience, familiar flavor, and compact format make it a ubiquitous choice in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 7.5
Servings per Container: 10
Calories0
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium25mg1%
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,, Less, Than, 2%, Of:, Citric, Acid,, Potassium, Citrate,, Natural, Flavors,, Potassium, Benzoate, (To, Protect, Taste),, Aspartame,, Acesulfame, Potassium..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Potassium Benzoate - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

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?

The product is ultra-processed (NOVA 4) because it is formulated from ingredients like artificial sweeteners, preservatives, acidity regulators, and flavoring agents rather than minimally processed whole foods.

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Common Questions about Sprite Zero Sugar Lemon Lime Diet Soda Pop Soft Drinks, 7.5 fl oz, 10 Pack

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people. Sprite Zero is calorie-free and low in sugar, which can be great if you're watching your intake. However, it does contain artificial sweeteners like aspartame and acesulfame potassium, which some folks prefer to avoid. It's all about balance and what fits your lifestyle!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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