'It's just better!' Trump says Coca-Cola to change key US ingredient

July 16, 2025

President Trump announced that Coca-Cola has agreed to use real cane sugar instead of corn syrup in its U.S. products following concerns raised by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. about corn syrup's health impacts.

Who is affected

American consumers of Coca-Cola products
U.S. corn farmers and food manufacturing workers
Coca-Cola as a company
The sugar industry (likely to benefit from increased demand)

What action is being taken

President Trump is engaging with Coca-Cola about changing sweeteners in their U.S. products
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is advocating for removal of ingredients like corn syrup through his Make America Healthy Again movement
Coca-Cola is continuing its progress on sugar reduction in beverages through recipe changes and marketing efforts
Kennedy is reportedly planning to update nationwide dietary guidelines this summer

Why it matters

The change could impact the health of American consumers if implemented
It represents a significant recipe change for an iconic American product
It could negatively affect American corn farmers and food manufacturing jobs
It highlights the administration's focus on food ingredients and dietary guidelines
It demonstrates the influence of government officials on private business practices

What's next

Coca-Cola will share "more details on new innovative offerings within our Coca-Cola product range" soon
Kennedy reportedly plans to update nationwide dietary guidelines this summer

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