Poppi and Olipop health benefits a dietician breaks it down [Video]

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — There’s nothing quite like a crisp can of soda on a hot summer day, or any day of the week, really (We’re looking at you Diet Coke drinkers.)

It’s no secret the high-fructose-filled fizzy drinks aren’t great for our health — that’s where prebiotic sodas come in. 

You may be familiar with drinks like Poppi or Olipop that have found a space in the beverage aisle in the last few years. They’re shaking up the industry with big health claims – we’re talking things like better digestion, lower cholesterol and even glowing skin. 

Still, soda’s long-standing reputation as a sugary treat may have you questioning if promises of a “healthy” soda are too good to be true. A new lawsuit even alleges that Poppi has falsely misled consumers about its health claims.

So, we turned to the experts.

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