Pepsi Special facts for kids
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A bottle of Pepsi Special
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| Type | Soft Drink |
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| Manufacturer | Suntory Holdings Ltd. |
| Distributor | PepsiCo |
| Country of origin | Japan |
| Introduced | 2012 |
| Colour | Caramel |
| Flavour | Cola |
Pepsi Special is a special cola-flavored soft drink. It was first sold in Japan by PepsiCo in 2012. What makes it special is an ingredient called Dextrin.
The company that makes the drink, Suntory, says that the Dextrin in Pepsi Special can help your body absorb less fat from the food you eat. The Government of Japan has even said that this drink might be helpful for people who want to manage their blood pressure or cholesterol levels.
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What Makes Pepsi Special?
Pepsi Special is a unique type of cola. It looks and tastes like a regular cola, but it has a special ingredient. This ingredient is Dextrin, which is a type of fiber.
The Role of Dextrin
Dextrin is a kind of dietary fiber. Dietary fiber is important for your body. It helps with digestion and can have other health benefits. In Pepsi Special, Dextrin is added because it's thought to help reduce the amount of fat your body takes in from food.
- Dextrin is a type of soluble fiber.
- It can help slow down how your body absorbs fats.
- This is why the drink is marketed with health claims in Japan.
Government Approval in Japan
In Japan, certain foods and drinks can get a special label. This label means they are approved to have specific health benefits. Pepsi Special received this approval from the Japanese government.
- This approval means the government agrees with the health claims.
- It suggests the drink might help with blood pressure or cholesterol.
- This makes Pepsi Special different from many other soft drinks.
Why Isn't Pepsi Special Everywhere?
Pepsi Special is mainly sold in Japan. You won't usually find it in stores in other countries, like the United States. Sometimes, special international food stores might import it.
Rules for Drinks in the US
In the United States, there are strict rules about what can be sold as food or drink. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) checks all products. They make sure products are safe and that any health claims are true.
- The FDA has very specific guidelines.
- Companies need to prove their health claims.
- If Pepsi Special were sold in the US, it would need FDA approval.
- This is why it's not widely available outside Japan.
