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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Amber Raiken

‘Heavy soda’ trend takes over TikTok amid growing health warnings

A new sugary drinks trend is bubbling up across the U.S.

According to posts on social media, some gas stations and convenience stores in the south are offering a “heavy” option on their soda fountain machines. This reportedly adjusts the machines to dispense drinks with more syrup than usual, creating a sweeter, more concentrated version of favorites like Coke, Sprite, Dr. Pepper and Mountain Dew.

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