Wow –warmer weather really snuck up on us! You might think that February is too early in the year to catch spring fever, but it happens to be 60 degrees here in the nation’s capitol today – and we are definitely ready to get outside and enjoy it! Having this brush with warmer temperatures has ...more

If you’re a regular reader of Sip & Savor, then you know we have long advocated that when it comes to obesity, a calorie is a calorie regardless of the source.  Simply put, if you take in more calories from the foods and beverages you consume than those you burn off through physical activity, then ...more

We hope you are enjoying your Presidents’ Day today! Did you know that this federal holiday officially began on George Washington’s Birthday?  That’s right – it was first observed on February 22, the birthday of our first president, George Washington.  And our 16th president, Abraham Lincoln, also was born in February, on the 12th to ...more

It’s Friday and the weekend is almost upon us!  Weekends are a great time to catch up on things we missed or neglected during a busy week: gathering with friends, enjoying time outdoors, getting to the gym and – not everyone’s favorite – household chores. So, this weekend we’re giving you something to feel good ...more

Yesterday, the City of Lima, Ohio, introduced its partners for its Healthy Living Hubs childhood obesity prevention program.  Lima was one of six cities that was awarded a 2012 Childhood Obesity Prevention grant from the U.S. Conference of Mayors last month. The awards are the result of a partnership between the U.S. Conference of Mayors ...more

Whatever your preference – flavors, portion sizes and a wide range of calories – we’re making it easier to choose the beverages that are right for you and your family.  By placing new calorie labels on the front of every bottle, can and pack we produce – we’re putting calorie information right where you need it ...more

Perhaps you’ve read something in the last week or so that suggests drinking soda will give you asthma.  We know … it was an odd one for us to read, too.  But a journal recently published a telephone survey of less than 17,000 adults from South Australia which alleges an association between drinking soft drinks ...more

Valentine’s Day is less than 24 hours away.  And whether you celebrate this centuries-old holiday or not, there’s no denying that it provides an economic boost to America.  In fact, according to the National Retail Federation, this year’s holiday is estimated to contribute around $17.6 billion to our economy. If you’re interested in just how ...more

Have you ever traveled from one side of the country to another or from northern states to southern, gone to a local restaurant and ordered your regular refreshing soft drink only to be met by a confused look on the waitress’ face? Even though you’re speaking the same language, you’re still not getting through for ...more

First Lady Michelle Obama celebrates the two year anniversary of her “Let’s Move!” campaign today. And we have a little something special to celebrate ourselves.  Today also marks the second anniversary of the launch of our Clear on Calories initiative – our industry’s commitment to make calories more visible and consumer friendly by putting calorie ...more