{"id":2446350,"date":"2025-06-12T09:43:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fda-upgrades-recall-issued-over-zero-sugar-soda-thats-anything-but\/"},"modified":"2025-06-12T09:44:04","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T13:44:04","slug":"fda-upgrades-recall-issued-over-zero-sugar-soda-thats-anything-but","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fda-upgrades-recall-issued-over-zero-sugar-soda-thats-anything-but\/","title":{"rendered":"FDA Upgrades Recall Issued Over &#8216;Zero Sugar&#8217; Soda That&#8217;s Anything But"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Ffda-upgrades-recall-issued-over-zero-sugar-soda-thats-anything-but%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2446350&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>The FDA has upgraded its recall of Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar due to concerns that some cans were mislabeled and contained the same amount of sugar as regular Dr. Pepper, a notable risk for individuals managing diabetes or those on low-sugar diets.Initially announced in May,the recall affected about 19,203 cans. the upgrade to a Class II recall indicates that exposure could lead to temporary health issues, even though serious consequences are deemed unlikely. The recalled products carry a best by date of February 16,2026,and were distributed primarily in Florida,Georgia,and South Carolina. Consumers are advised to return the recalled products to the retailer. The recall highlights the ongoing issue of food and beverage safety, as the FDA reported an increase in recalls, mainly due to undeclared allergens.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<p><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><\/p>\n<section> \t\t\t\t<script>console.log(\"ad slot (AC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC1)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC2)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC3)\")<\/script><script>console.log(\"ad slot (IC4)\")<\/script><\/p>\n<p>The Food and Drug Administration has upgraded its recall of Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar.<\/p>\n<p>In May, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/fda-alters-recall-class-ii-situation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FDA<\/a> announced a voluntary recall of 19,203 mislabeled 12-ounce cans of Dr. Pepper Zero sugar because they were found to contain the same amount of sugar as regular Dr. Pepper, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foxnews.com\/food-drink\/dr-pepper-zero-sugar-recall-upgraded-fda-warns-serious-health-risk-diabetics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fox News Digital<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>A regular can of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/school-suspends-boy-13-posting-pic-dr-pepper-cans-libs-dont-like\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dr. Pepper<\/a> contains 39 grams of sugar.<\/p>\n<p>The recall covered 12-pack and 24-pack cases<\/p>\n<p>Late last week, the FDA&rsquo;s recall was upgraded to Class II.<\/p>\n<p> <script type=\"text\/javascript\"> \t\t\tif ( getCookie( \"ff_subbed\" ) ) { \t\t\t\tdocument.getElementById(\"stnvideo\").remove() \t\t\t} else { \t\t\t\tdocument.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\", function() { \t\t\t\t\tfunction loadScript(src) { \t\t\t\t\t\tconst script=document.createElement(\"script\"); 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 \t\t\t\t\t\tconst observer=new IntersectionObserver( \t\t\t\t\t\t\t(entries)=> { \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tentries.forEach(entry=> { \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tif (entry.isIntersecting) { \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tconsole.log(\"Paragraph is now visible:\", entry.target.textContent.trim()); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tloadScript(\"https:\/\/embed.sendtonews.com\/player3\/embedcode.js?fk=s28Az7AY\"); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tobserver.disconnect(); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t} \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t}); \t\t\t\t\t\t\t}, \t\t\t\t\t\t\t{ threshold: 0.5 } \/\/ Adjust threshold as needed \t\t\t\t\t\t);  \t\t\t\t\t\tobserver.observe(element); \t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\t\/\/ Find the 1st paragraph before #stnvideo and observe it \t\t\t\t\tlet paragraphToObserve=findPreviousParagraph(\"#stnvideo\", 2); \t\t\t\t\tobserveElement(paragraphToObserve); \t\t\t\t}); \t\t\t} \t\t<\/script> <\/p>\n<p>A Class II recall involves &ldquo;a situation in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fda-alters-recall-to-a-class-ii-situation\/\" title=\"... upgrades ... to a ... status\">medically reversible adverse health consequences<\/a> or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote,&rdquo; according to the FDA.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Dr Pepper recall upgraded over serious health risk <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/wq6xw8x915\">https:\/\/t.co\/wq6xw8x915<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/K8tyCEZpP9\">pic.twitter.com\/K8tyCEZpP9<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; The Independent (@Independent) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Independent\/status\/1932355500374372626?\">June 10, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/28-different-sodas-drinks-recalled-mug-root-beer-fiji-water-powerade-among-pulled-items\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recalled cans<\/a> were made by Jacksonville, Florida-based Pepsi Beverages Company,<\/p>\n<p>The Dr. Pepper Zero Sugar cans being recalled carry the product code XXXXRS05165 and carry a &ldquo;best by&rdquo; date of Feb. 16, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>The beverage was sent to retailers in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina.<\/p>\n<p>All impacted cans have been removed from store shelves, Dr. Pepper representative Katie Gilroy said.<\/p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodsafetynews.com\/2025\/06\/dr-pepper-zero-sugar-recalled-for-containing-full-sugar-version\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Foodsafetynews.com<\/a>, &ldquo;Mislabeled products, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3YuVZYV\" >full-sugar soda labeled<\/a> as zero sugar, can pose risks to individuals with dietary restrictions, such as those managing diabetes or following low-sugar diets.<\/p>\n<p>&ldquo;Consuming unexpected sugar may lead to temporary effects like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/honey-can-prevent-diabetes\/\" title=\"Honey Can Prevent Diabetes?\">elevated blood sugar levels<\/a> or digestive discomfort. Though this is a Class II recall with a low probability of severe health outcomes, consumers experiencing adverse effects should consult a healthcare provider,&rdquo; the site reported.<\/p>\n<p>The FDA notice did not say what consumers should do with the soda, but elsewhere, the FDA suggested that recalled products can be returned to the place where they were purchased, as noted by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.today.com\/food\/recall\/dr-pepper-recall-june-2025-rcna211836\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Today<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In 2024, the FDA made 241 food and beverage recalls, an eight percent increase from 2023, a report published by the nonprofit Public Interest Research Group said, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newsweek.com\/dr-pepper-zero-sugar-recall-thousands-cases-florida-georgia-south-carolina-fda-2081864\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Newsweek<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The biggest cause for recalls was undeclared allergens or ingredients.<\/p>\n<div style=\"position: relative;\">\n<div class=\"ff-fancy-header-container\"> \t\t\t \t<\/div>\n<div class=\"entry-submit-correction inner-content\">\n<div class=\"correction-form\">\n<form style=\"display: none;\">\n<div class=\"sc-name-field\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t<label>* Name<\/label> \t\t\t\t\t\t<br \/> \t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"name\" required> \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"sc--field\"> \t\t\t\t\t\t<label>* <\/label> \t\t\t\t\t\t<br \/> \t\t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"\" required> \t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\t\t<label>* Message<\/label> \t\t\t\t\t<br \/> \t\t\t\t\t<textarea name=\"message\" required><\/textarea> \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"required-message\" style=\"display: none; padding-bottom: 15px;\">* All fields are required.<\/div>\n<p> \t\t\t\t\t<input type=\"submit\" value=\"Submit\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault(); firefly_sc();\"> \t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"firefly-sc-confirm\" style=\"display: none;\">Success!<\/div>\n<\/p><\/form>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> \t\t<script> \t\t\tfunction firefly_sc() { \t\t\t\tif( typeof window.captchaPublicKey==typeof undefined ){ \t\t\t\t\tconsole.error('window.captchaPublicKey is not defined'); \t\t\t\t} \t\t\t\tgrecaptcha.execute( window.captchaPublicKey, { action: 'submit_correction' } ).then( function( token ) { \t\t\t\t\tvar opts={ \t\t\t\t\t\taction:    'firefly_sc_submit', \t\t\t\t\t\tname:      document.querySelector( '.entry-submit-correction [name=\"name\"]' ).value, \t\t\t\t\t\t:     document.querySelector( '.entry-submit-correction [name=\"\"]' ).value, \t\t\t\t\t\tmessage:   document.querySelector( '.entry-submit-correction [name=\"message\"]' ).value, \t\t\t\t\t\tpost_id:   firefly_post_id, \t\t\t\t\t\tcap_token: token \t\t\t\t\t}  \t\t\t\t\tvar inputs=[ 'name', '', 'message' ];  \t\t\t\t\tfor( var i=0; i <inputs.length; i++ ) if( ! 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Initially announced in May, the voluntary recall involved 19,203 incorrectly labeled 12-ounce cans that contained the same sugar content as regular Dr. Pepper, which has 39 grams of sugar per can. The recall affected both 12-pack and 24-pack cases. Recently, the FDA upgraded this to a Class II recall.<\/p>\n<p>A Class II recall indicates a situation where using or being exposed to a defective product could lead to temporary or medically reversible health issues, with a low likelihood of serious consequences according to the FDA.<\/p>\n<p>The recalled cans were produced by Pepsi Beverages Company in Jacksonville, Florida and have the product code XXXXRS05165 with a &#8220;best by&#8221; date of February 16, 2026. They were distributed to retailers in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina; all affected products have been removed from shelves as confirmed by Dr. Pepper representative Katie Gilroy.<\/p>\n<p>Mislabeled items like full-sugar soda marketed as zero sugar can be risky for individuals with dietary restrictions such as those managing diabetes or adhering to low-sugar diets since unexpected sugar intake may cause temporary issues like elevated blood sugar levels or digestive discomfort. Although this is classified as a Class II recall with minimal risk for severe health effects, consumers experiencing adverse reactions are advised to seek medical advice.<\/p>\n<p>While the FDA&#8217;s notice did not specify what consumers should do with the recalled soda, it generally suggests returning such products to their place of purchase. In total for 2024, there were reported food and beverage recalls totaling 241-an increase from previous years-primarily due to undeclared allergens or ingredients<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2446351,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dr.-Pepper-recall.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[33651],"tags":[8468,4455,57008],"class_list":["post-2446350","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-western-journal","tag-fda","tag-recall","tag-zero-sugar"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dr.-Pepper-recall.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2446350","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2446350"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2446350\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2446354,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2446350\/revisions\/2446354"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2446351"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2446350"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2446350"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2446350"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}