Press Kit: Fact Sheet
 
What is Fizzy Fruit?
Fizzy Fruit™ branded sparkling fruit is fresh fruit that has been carbonated to intensify that particular fruit’s flavor with fun and effervescence. A special process adds carbonation to the water that is naturally contained in fruit without altering the nutritional content of the fruit. The result is grapes, oranges, apples, etc. that fizz in your mouth. It's similar in concept to sparkling juice or cider, except it’s not juice, it’s sparkling fresh fruit!

Is carbonation unhealthy?
Scientists have not found any reason to believe that carbonation is harmful to health. You have probably heard about nutritionists warning consumers to avoid carbonated soft drinks. The concern, however, is not the carbonation itself but rather the caffeine, artificial sweeteners, and/or added sugars that happen to be contained in carbonated soft drinks. These substances have been shown in some studies to increase the chance of health problems such as tooth decay and loss of bone density. (Remember, Fizzy Fruit does not have these additives!) The carbonation itself is safe. For more information on carbonation, please refer to www.drweil.com/u/QA/QA157077/.

Why carbonate fruit?
Because it is a delicious new way to enjoy wholesome fruit. Also, and perhaps more importantly there are kids who do not like to eat fruit; and we believe Fizzy Fruit is a fun and innovative way to motivate children to try fruit, especially in place of less nutritious alternatives such as soda or candy. Curious by nature, children generally seem to be drawn to the novel sensation of Fizzy Fruit.


Are there any chemicals or preservatives added to Fizzy Fruit?
Fizzy Fruit is simply fresh fruit with carbonation added. There are no other ingredients. There are no preservatives or added sugars. Also, there are no artificial sweeteners, flavors, or colors.

How does carbonation affect the nutritional value?
While some of the vitamin content of regular fresh fruit falls off rapidly with storage and ripening, our testing (and the opinion of other experts)  indicates that carbonation itself does not harm the nutritive value of fresh fruit (which also includes fiber and other antioxidants).