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FDA Tells Diet Coke to Subtract Word 'Plus'

By Harry Kimball, Newser Staff

Posted Dec 23, 2008 6:20 PM CST

(Newser) – The FDA has warned Coca-Cola that Diet Coke Plus does not warrant the term “Plus.” Coke says its no-calorie drink is fortified with vitamins and minerals, hence the designation. No dice, says the FDA: It may have some supplements, but not enough to... Read full story »

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