President Trump says Coca-Cola is planning to switch its U.S. sodas back to cane sugar. But let’s be honest—that’s still sugar.

For decades, Coca-Cola has relied on high-fructose corn syrup in its U.S. products, while offering cane sugar versions in other countries. Now, amid political pressure and changing consumer habits, the company may be rethinking that formula. But replacing one ultra-sweet ingredient with another misses the point entirely.

Americans deserve better.

With obesity, diabetes, and heart disease still on the rise, switching from one type of sugar to another won’t solve the problem. I

t’s time Coca-Cola leads—not reacts—by reformulating its drinks with healthier alternatives.

We’re calling on Coca-Cola to publicly commit to reducing added sugars across its U.S. product lines—not just swapping corn syrup for cane—and to invest in beverage innovation that supports long-term health, not just nostalgia.

The future of soda shouldn’t be stuck in the past.