LEAF Brands LLC, Newport Beach, Calif., now offers a 100% naturally sweetened, zero calorie line extension of its popular Astro Pop® sodas.

The research was funded by the American Beverage Association.

The growth comes at a time when carbonated beverage consumption has declined, and bottled water consumption is rising.

The analysis is the first to examine recent national trends in caffeine intake among children and young adults.

The two units will be Coca-Cola North America, a traditional company, and Coca-Cola Refreshments, a bottling operations unit.

National Restaurant Show exhibitor Boundary Waters Brands LLC describes its Joia All Natural Soda as a “tantalizing combination of fruits, herbs and spices that creates layers of intensely fresh flavor for a wonderfully refreshing beverage.”

An obesity crisis has brought with it a variety of health concerns and conditions, but consumers are increasingly aware of the role of weight management in preventing or circumventing these wellness hurdles.

National Restaurant Show exhibitor Boundary Waters Brands LLC describes its Joia All Natural Soda as a “tantalizing combination of fruits, herbs and spices that creates layers of intensely fresh flavor for a wonderfully refreshing beverage.”

Poutine, a quintessential Canadian dish, is made from French fries, brown gravy, and cheese curds.

Honest Tea is introducing Honest Fizz, a carbonated soda, in February.