WHAT: Aquafina Sparkling
STATS: Each 12-ounce can contains 10 calories and 3 carbohydrate, zero fiber, 2 sugar and zero protein grams. We found individual cans on sale at Kroger Marketplace, 16105 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock. More information at pepsicobeveragefacts.com.
THE SKINNY: Introducing Aquafina water's more bubbly new sibling: Aquafina Sparkling.
Not only is it more fizzy with "delightful mini bubbles," according to the website, it's available in three lively flavors (Black Cherry Dragonfruit, Orange Grapefruit and Lemon Lime). There is also a hint of sugar -- "real Fair Trade Certified" according to the website -- giving it a smoother, but not particularly sweet finish.
We found these sparklers refreshing to sip, as well as see; we're suckers for the cute, slim cans that make us feel cuter and slimmer just by carrying them.
-- Jennifer Christman
Slim Pickings is a weekly review of light foods. Email:
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ActiveStyle on 07/04/2016