What is Diet Coke? Diet Coke is a low-calorie and sugar-free cold beverage alternative to regular Coca-Cola (coke). Unlike regular coke which contains table sugar, diet coke contains artificial sweeteners like aspartame and cyclamates to sweeten them.

Ingredients. Carbonated Water, Colour (Caramel E150d), Acids (Citric Acid, Phosphoric Acid), Sweeteners (Aspartame, Acesulfame K), Natural Flavourings, Caffeine Flavouring, Acidity Regulator (Sodium Citrates). Contains a Source of Phenylalanine.

Diet soda is a go-to for people who love the taste of regular soda but can do without the sugar and calories. An average can of regular cola may contain a whopping 37 grams of sugar, and consuming too much sugar is linked to outcomes like obesity and poor heart health.

The artificial sweeteners and other chemicals currently used in diet soda are safe for most people, and there's no credible evidence that these ingredients cause cancer. Some types of diet soda are even fortified with vitamins and minerals. But diet soda isn't a health drink or a silver bullet for weight loss.

“The equity of the Coca‑Cola name promised the delivery of taste, and 'diet' told you it didn't have sugar or calories.” For many years, the brand name was written and marketed as diet Coke – with a lowercase “d” – to reinforce the positioning of the product. Coke's trademark lawyers wouldn't allow the uppercase “D.”

While Coca-Cola can offer certain benefits such as quick energy, digestive aid, and a temporary boost in cognitive performance, it is important to understand these benefits should be considered within the context of an overall balanced diet.

One can of Coke has 39 grams of sugar, which is more than what's recommended to consume for the entire day. That's where Diet Coke and Coke Zero come in. Both drinks do not contain any calories or sugar. Instead, artificial sweeteners are used to make them taste good.

Elton John, Victoria Beckham and even former president Bill Clinton admit to being hooked on Diet Coke, and they're not alone. For many, diet sodas fulfill a craving for sweets while giving drinkers a jolt of caffeine with few or zero calories.

Diet Coke has a distinct taste and is designed to be a lighter cola offering without sugar. People love the taste of Diet Coke and we've got no plans to change that.

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Dear Reader: You are correct that a number of observational studies have linked the regular consumption of artificially sweetened beverages, including diet soda, to adverse health effects. These include weight gain, disruptions to gut health, cardiovascular problems and an increased craving for sweets.