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Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-21T16:28:00Z

JulieKim: /* 4. Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products: */

[[File:Lemon zero sugar.png|thumb|Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea Images from walmart.ca<ref name=":4">{{Cite web|title=Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L|url=https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=Walmart}}</ref>]]

== '''Introduction''' ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes and offers many different flavors and alternatives. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== '''Post Pictures''' ==
[[File:Lemon sugar.png|thumb|Nestea Iced Tea Images from walmart.ca<ref name=":5">{{Cite web|title=Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L|url=https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=Walmart}}</ref>]]
== '''Ingredients Lists'''==

=== '''1. Ingredients''' ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Nestea Iced Tea<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|title=Nestea Iced tea 1.89L|url=https://www.iga.ca/products/nestea-iced-tea-lemon-1%252E89-l-(bottle)|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=IGA Cananda}}</ref>
!Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|title=Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L|url=https://www.iga.ca/products/nestea-zero-sugar-iced-tea-1%252E89-l|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=IGA Canada}}</ref>
|-
|
* Filtered water
* Sugars (glucose-fructose)
* Citric acid
* Tea
* Potassium citrate
* Natural flavour
|
* Filtered water
* Malic acid
* Tea
* Potassium citrate
* Acesulfame potassium
* Natural flavour
* Sucralose
|}

=== '''2. Substitutes & Additives''' ===
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!
!Nestea Iced Tea
!Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea
|-
|'''Sugar additives'''
|None
|
* Acesulfame potassium
* sucralose
|-
|'''Fat additives'''
|None
|None
|-
|'''Additives'''
|
* Citric acid
* Potassium citrate
* Natural flavour
|
* Malic acid
* Potassium citrate
* Natural flavour
|}

=== '''3. Functional roles of the substitutes and additives:''' ===

==== '''Sugar substitutes''' ====

* '''Acesulfame potassium:''' In Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea, acesulfame potassium is used as a high-intensity sugar substitute. It is much sweeter than regular sugar, so only a small amount is needed. It provides sweetness with little or no meaningful caloric contribution<ref name=":6">{{Cite web|date=2024-12-18|title=List of permitted sweeteners|url=https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=Government of Canada}}</ref>.
* '''Sucralose:''' Sucralose is another high-intensity sugar substitute used in the zero-sugar product. It provides a sweetness profile that is more similar to regular sugar and contributes little or no meaningful caloric value because only a very small quantity is required<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|date=2025-02-27|title=Aspartame and Other Sweeteners in Food|url=https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=U.S. Food and Drug Administration}}</ref>.

==== '''Fat substitutes''' ====

* Neither product contains fat substitutes. Fat is generally unnecessary in these water-based beverages because the products do not depend on fat to provide creaminess, richness, or texture. Therefore, no ingredient is needed to replace the functional properties of fat.

==== '''Additives''' ====

* '''Citric acid:''' Citric acid is used in regular Nestea Iced Tea as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It lowers the beverage’s pH, provides a refreshing tart taste, and balances the sweetness of glucose-fructose. Maintaining an acidic environment can also support product stability by making conditions less favourable for the growth of many spoilage microorganisms<ref name=":3">{{Cite web|date=2023-07-06|title=Types of Food Ingredients|url=https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=U.S. Food and Drug Administration}}</ref>.
* '''Malic acid:''' Malic acid performs a similar function in Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea. It provides tartness, helps control the product’s pH, and balances the intense sweetness of acesulfame potassium and sucralose. Malic acid generally produces a smooth and relatively long-lasting sour taste, which may help create a fuller flavour in a beverage that does not contain regular sugar<ref>{{Cite web|title=21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic Acid|url=https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=Electronic Code of Federal Regulations}}</ref>.
* '''Potassium citrate:''' Potassium citrate acts mainly as a buffering and pH-control agent in both products. A buffer helps reduce large changes in pH, allowing the beverage to maintain more consistent acidity during processing and storage<ref>{{Cite web|title=21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium Citrate|url=https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625|url-status=live|access-date=2026-07-21|website=Electronic Code of Federal Regulations}}</ref>.
* '''Natural flavour:''' Natural flavour is added to create or strengthen the expected flavour and aroma of the beverages. It helps maintain a consistent sensory profile because the flavour of brewed tea may vary naturally between batches. It may also help balance the tastes of the acids and sweeteners<ref name=":2" />.

=== '''4. Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' ===
Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3" />. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== '''Labels'''==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a serving size of 1½ cups (375 mL)<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":0" />.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates, 0 g of sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars<ref name=":1" />.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":1" />.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":0" />. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":1" />.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar)<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE"<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added"<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" />.

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":5" /><ref name=":7">https://inspection.canada.ca/en/food-labels/labelling/industry Government of Canada. Retrieved 2026-07-21.</ref>.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (such as saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol<ref name=":5" /><ref name=":0" /><ref name=":7" />.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (acesulfame potassium and sucralose) in the ingredient list<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":6" />.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity<ref name=":7" />.

=='''References'''==
<references/><ref name=":7" />{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:54:36Z

JulieKim: /* Post Pictures */

[[File:Lemon zero sugar.png|thumb|Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea Images from walmart.ca]]

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes and offers many different flavors and alternatives. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post Pictures ==
[[File:Lemon sugar.png|thumb|Nestea Iced Tea Images from walmart.ca]]
== Ingredient Lists==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In the zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives:''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a serving size of 1½ cups (375 mL).
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates, 0 g of sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (such as saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (acesulfame potassium and sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:49:24Z

JulieKim: /* Post pictures (Mandatory) */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes and offers many different flavors and alternatives. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==
[[File:Lemon sugar.png|thumb|Nestea Iced Tea Images from walmart.ca]]
Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.
[[File:Lemon zero sugar.png|thumb|Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea images from walmart.ca]]
Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]
== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In the zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives:''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a serving size of 1½ cups (375 mL).
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates, 0 g of sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (such as saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (acesulfame potassium and sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:36:36Z

JulieKim: /* Introduction */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In the zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives:''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a serving size of 1½ cups (375 mL).
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates, 0 g of sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (such as saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (acesulfame potassium and sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

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[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:33:56Z

JulieKim: /* 1. Detailed Description of the Label Information */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a serving size of 1½ cups (375 mL).
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates, 0 g of sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front-of-Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (such as saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (acesulfame potassium and sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

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[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:29:30Z

JulieKim: /* Ingredient lists (4 points) */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a serving size of 1½ cup (375 mL).
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

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[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:25:54Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:25:03Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:23:09Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada. https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''. https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:22:16Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026,
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.
https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.
https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625 </ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:21:10Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref> Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026,
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY
#Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.
https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html
# U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.
https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients
#U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.
https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069
#Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625 </ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:19:38Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref> Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026,
https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki> </ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:18:38Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>
# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

# Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026,

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki> </ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:17:20Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026,

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki> </ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:15:40Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026,

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.
<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:14:42Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:14:13Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:13:33Z

JulieKim: /* References */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026.

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T18:09:54Z

JulieKim:

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and Sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and Sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version derives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners, while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, is presented in both English andFrench.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" in English and "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T17:59:58Z

JulieKim: /* Ingredient lists (4 points) */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives:''' In Zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products:''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version receives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, are presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" or "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1 ½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

<references/>

{{Projectbox FNH200}}
[[Category:Food_Science]]

Course:FNH200/Assignments/2026/Nestea Iced Tea-Regular vs Sugar Free

2026-07-20T17:58:20Z

JulieKim: /* Introduction */

== Introduction ==
'''Nestea Iced Tea 1.89L(bottle) & Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89L (bottle)'''

Nestea is a popular iced tea brand owned by Nestlé. It is known for its refreshing brewed tea taste and natural lemon and peach flavours. In Canada, Nestea is widely available in ready-to-drink bottles, cans, and powdered drink mixes. It can be found at many supermarkets, convenience stores, and other retailers across Vancouver and the rest of Canada.

Our team focuses on the '''1.89 L bottled versions''' of Nestea Iced Tea and Nestea Zero Sugar Iced Tea.

== Post pictures (Mandatory) ==

Include photos of the two products of your choice, clearly showing the ingredient lists and the overall labels - mandatory, if you don't show it, the TA's can't mark the rest.

Instructions on how to add photos and images to UBC Wiki can be found here: [[Help:Adding Media/Images and Pictures|https://wiki.ubc.ca/Help:Adding_Media/Images_and_Pictures]]

[[File:Crepuscular Rays in GGP.jpg|thumbnail|right|Images from [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page Wikimedia Commons] can be embedded easily.]]

== Ingredient lists (4 points)==
# '''Regular version:''' Filtered water, sugars (glucose-fructose), citric acid, tea, potassium citrate, natural flavour [1]. '''Zero-sugar version:''' Filtered water, malic acid, tea, potassium citrate, acesulfame potassium, natural flavour, sucralose [2].
# '''Identification of substitutes and additives''' In Zero-sugar lemon iced tea, acesulfame potassium and sucralose are used as sugar substitutes. Other additives include malic acid, potassium citrate, and natural lemon flavour. Health Canada classifies acesulfame potassium and sucralose as permitted sweeteners [3].
#'''Functional roles of the substitutes and additives''' '''Acesulfame potassium and sucralose:''' These are high-intensity sweeteners that replace sugar in the zero-sugar product. They provide sweetness while contributing few or no calories, allowing the beverage to taste sweet without containing regular sugar [3, 5]. '''Citric acid:''' It acts as an acidulant and pH-control agent. It helps control acidity and provides the tart taste associated with lemon-flavoured beverages [4]. '''Malic acid:''' It contributes tartness and functions as a flavouring and pH-control agent in the zero-sugar product [6]. '''Potassium citrate:''' It functions mainly as a pH-control and buffering agent. It helps regulate acidity and balance the sour taste produced by citric acid or malic acid [7]. '''Natural flavour:''' It provides and strengthens the expected lemon flavour and aroma of both beverages [4].
# '''Comparison and Contrast of the Two Products''' Both products contain filtered water, tea, potassium citrate, and natural flavour [1, 2]. Neither product contains a fat substitute. The main difference is the type of sweetener used. The regular product contains glucose-fructose, whereas the zero-sugar product contains acesulfame potassium and sucralose [1, 2]. Therefore, the regular version receives sweetness and calories from sugar, while the zero-sugar version maintains sweetness with few or no calories from high-intensity sweeteners [4, 5]. Overall, the zero-sugar product replaces glucose-fructose with high-intensity sweeteners while retaining the main tea and lemon flavour characteristics of the regular product.

== Labels (1 points)==

=== '''1. Detailed Description of the Label Information''' ===

* '''Bilingual Text:''' All text on both bottles, including the product name, claims, nutrition facts, and ingredients, are presented in both English and French.
* '''Net Quantity:''' Both bottles display a net volume of 1.89 L on the front label.
* '''Common Name:''' Both products are clearly identified on the front label as "Iced Tea" or "Thé Glacé" in French.
* '''Nutrition Facts Table:''' Both labels feature a standardized nutrition panel based on a 1 ½ cup (375 mL) serving size.
** The regular Nestea contains 120 calories and 31 g of carbohydrates (which are all sugars), representing 31% of the Daily Value.
** The Zero Sugar alternative contains 5 calories, 0 g of carbohydrates/sugars, and 0% of the Daily Value for sugars.
* '''List of Ingredients:''' Both bottles include a complete list of ingredients located directly beneath the Nutrition Facts table. The Zero Sugar version specifically lists "Acesulfame potassium" and "Sucralose" as ingredients.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Warning Label:''' The regular Nestea bottle features a recognizable Health Canada magnifying glass symbol on the front indicating it is "High in Sugars" and "Élevé en Sucres" in French. The Zero Sugar version does not have this symbol.
* '''Additional Product Information:'''
** '''Caffeine Content:''' Both bottles specify their caffeine content (16 mg per 375 mL for regular, 17 mg per 375 mL for Zero Sugar).
** '''Storage and Handling:''' Both labels contain the instructions "PASTEURIZED / PASTEURISÉ" and "REFRIGERATE AFTER OPENING / RÉFRIGÉRER APRÈS OUVERTURE".
** '''Marketing Claims:''' Both prominently display claims such as "Real Tea" (Vrai Thé), "Naturally Flavoured" (Aromatisé Naturellement), and "No Artificial Flavours and Colours Added".

=== 2. Compliance with Regulatory Requirements ===

* '''Mandatory Label Information:''' Lesson 04 dictates that labels must include bilingual text, a common name, net quantity, a nutrition label, and an ingredient list. Both Nestea bottles successfully display all of these mandatory elements in a legible format.
* '''Front of Package (FOP) Labeling:''' According to the Health Canada regulations highlighted in the lesson, foods high in specific nutrients (like saturated fat, sodium, or sugars) must display an FOP warning symbol. Because the regular Nestea contains 31% of the Daily Value for sugars, it correctly displays the mandatory "High in Sugars" magnifying glass symbol.
* '''Sweetener Labelling:''' Lesson 04 notes that the presence of certain ingredients, such as sweeteners, triggers specific labeling requirements depending on the food. The Zero Sugar product complies by explicitly listing its artificial sweeteners (Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose) in the ingredient list.
* '''Nutrition Facts Consistency:''' The Nutrition Facts tables on both bottles follow the standardized format and accurately reflect the presence (or absence) of sugar, aligning with the regulatory function of Health Canada to establish standards of composition and identity.

== Personal Choice (5 points)==
Please submit your individual component of this assignment on Canvas to protect your privacy and your personal opinion

==References==
Please use the Wikipedia reference style. Provide a citation for every sentence, statement, thought, or bit of data not your own, giving the author, year, AND page.

'''Note:''' Before writing your wiki article on the UBC Wiki, it may be helpful to review the tips in [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Writing_better_articles Wikipedia: Writing better articles].<ref>'''[1]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Lemon Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Lemon-Iced-Tea-1-89L/2NTPZRSWDY25</nowiki>

'''[2]''' Walmart Canada. (n.d.). ''NESTEA Zero Sugar Iced Tea 1.89 L''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.walmart.ca/en/ip/Nestea-Zero-Sugar-Iced-Tea-1-89L/1CABXJ304FEY</nowiki>

'''[3]''' Health Canada. (2024, December 18). ''List of permitted sweeteners''. Government of Canada.

<nowiki>https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/food-nutrition/food-safety/food-additives/lists-permitted/9-sweeteners.html</nowiki>

'''[4]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2023, July 6). ''Types of food ingredients''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-and-gras-ingredients-information-consumers/types-food-ingredients</nowiki>

'''[5]''' U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2025, February 27). ''Aspartame and other sweeteners in food''.

<nowiki>https://www.fda.gov/food/food-additives-petitions/aspartame-and-other-sweeteners-food</nowiki>

'''[6]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1069—Malic acid''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1069</nowiki>

'''[7]''' Electronic Code of Federal Regulations. (n.d.). ''21 CFR § 184.1625—Potassium citrate''. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from

<nowiki>https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-B/part-184/subpart-B/section-184.1625</nowiki></ref>

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