Overview

• Mexico’s consumer watchdog reported that among tested ‘light’ soft drinks, only Coca‑Cola Light did not contain corn syrup.
• The Health Ministry said drinking two ‘light’ or ‘zero’ sodas a day can raise the risk of heart attack or hemorrhagic stroke by up to 31%, citing concerns over synthetic sweeteners and gut microbiota changes.
• The World Health Organization advises that long‑term use of non‑sugar sweeteners does not reduce body fat and may increase risks of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
• Officials highlight heavy consumption: Mexicans drink about 166 liters of soda per person per year, seven in ten children have soda daily, and roughly four in ten children live with overweight or obesity.
• Authorities report about 190,000 cardiovascular deaths and 110,000 diabetes deaths last year and urge consumers to read labels, noting that ‘sin azúcar’ products can still include caloric or artificial sweeteners.