date:Jun 25, 2012
by 5%.
Carey said PepsiCo is working with Coca-Cola through the American Beverages Association to fight the taxes.
A spokesperson for PepsiCo told just-drinks the company was working to offer more low-calorie and zero-calorie options, but this was not in direct response to tax proposals. In fact, we've been going down this road for several years, the spokesperson said.
Meanwhile, New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg proposed a ban on large, high-sugar soft drinks in New York City. And thi