I would say these are healthier than traditional soda since they have a lower sugar content, and the prebiotic component gives potential for additional health benefits (to be truly healthy). But since we can get prebiotics from other more nutrient-dense foods in the diet, these sodas aren't necessary for health. It's more of a bonus - if you're going to consume a carbonated drink, there may be an added benefit to choosing these over others.
Would you say that they are truly healthy? Or just not as bad as typical soda?
I would say these are healthier than traditional soda since they have a lower sugar content, and the prebiotic component gives potential for additional health benefits (to be truly healthy). But since we can get prebiotics from other more nutrient-dense foods in the diet, these sodas aren't necessary for health. It's more of a bonus - if you're going to consume a carbonated drink, there may be an added benefit to choosing these over others.
This is my perspective as well
Olipop. Helping those who drink soda feel better about themselves. I gotta hand it to them. It's a creative way to sell sugar water.
The food industry is good at making unnecessary products feel necessary for health. But at 2g of sugar per can, I don't consider Olipop sugar water.