Olipop vs Poppi: Two trendy functional sodas claiming to boost gut health and satisfy cravings. Which one stands out? Let’s dive into the comparison!
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What is Olipop?
Olipop is a prebiotic soda. It totes itself as the modern soda with functional benefits, high in fiber, and low in sugar.
They have a TON of flavors: Vintage Cola, Classic Grape, Strawberry Vanilla, Doctor Goodwin, Banana Cream, Tropical Punch, and plenty of others!
What is Poppi?
Poppi is also a prebiotic soda. Yes, I hear you- their names do sound a lot alike. But, alas! They are two different companies!
Their functional drink swill have 25 or less calories, 5g sugar or less, includes apple cider vinegar, and prebiotics.
Some of Poppi’s flavors include: Cream Soda, Orange Cream, Wild Berry, Lemon Lime, Cherry Limeade, Grape, etc.
Olipop vs Poppi Nutrition Facts
Since the nutrition facts can vary slightly from flavor to flavor I compared both of their orange flavors to see the difference.
| Olipop | Poppi | |
| Calories | 45 | 20 |
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Carbs | 16g | 6g |
| Fat | 0g | 0g |
| Added Sugar | 5g | 3g |
| Percent Juice | 13% | 4% |
Both Olipop and Poppi have very similar nutrition facts. The main difference is that Olipop has a bit more real fruit juice while Poppi contains apple cider vinegar.
The Difference in Taste of Olipop vs Poppi
A preference in the taste between the two is subjective. Personally, I enjoy both!
Over the course of writing this article I have done my research. Sure, I have always drank both but obviously I needed to drink a few extra to really get into the nitty gritty. That’s why I had 11 cans. Strictly for research purposes.
To me, Olipop is a bit more carbonated, and tastes similar to pop. For example, I believe the Orange Olipop is similar to orange Fanta.
While Poppi has a more subtle flavor more similar to juice. In my opinion, the orange Poppi is similar to a slightly carbonated orange juice.
All About Fiber
Probiotics are the bacteria that live in your gut while prebiotics are the food these bacteria eat. Both are important! If you want to keep ‘good’ bacteria around you need to feed them what they like to eat.
You can get probiotics from fermented foods such as yogurt or kefir. You can get prebiotics from whole grains, many fruits, potatoes, onions, etc.
So, the prebiotics (a type of fiber) that are in these drinks feed your gut bacteria!
A great aspect to Olipop and Poppi is that they have fiber! Many Americans are not getting the recommended amount of fiber: 25g/day for women and 38g/day for men. A can of Olipop has a whopping 9g of fiber and a can of Poppi has 2g of fiber.
Olipop vs Poppi vs Soda Pop
As you probably see by now, both Olipop and Poppi offer some awesome nutrition benefits. A classic can of pop tends to have about 140 calories and 39g of added sugars.
So, if you are attempting to consume less calories or added sugars you may want to try swapping your favorite soda pop for the functional alternative.
A Word From A Registered Dietitian
As a dietitian, I love that new products such as Olipop and Poppi now exist! They make enjoying a fun beverage more beneficial! Though, they can be a bit pricy, they are a great lower sugar soda replacement.
Advances in technology bring new opportunities for the creation of unique food products that can be both healthful and delicious. Some may say these beverages are too ‘processed’ but really, what is wrong with that? Even baby carrots are considered processed!
Try not to judge a food too quickly based on what you hear on social media!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
If your question hasn’t been answered so far you may find it here!
What is the difference in price between Olipop vs Poppi?
The typical price if purchased through their websites has a 12-pack of Poppi going for about $28 and a 12-pack of Olipop is about $36 (with $4 shipping).
But, you can often times find singles cans of both on sale in your local grocery store.
Where can you buy Olipop and Poppi?
Both are available at a wide variety of locations. Check out your local grocery store, larger grocery chains, gas stations and convent stores, and Amazon. You can also buy directly from both of their websites!
Are Olipop and Poppi good for weight loss?
In the most simple of terms with all other factors remaining the same- both Olipop and Poppi have less calories than a classic soda. Thus, if you tend to have a pop everyday replacing with either an Olipop or Poppi will result in a lower calorie intake and eventually lead to weight loss!
Olipop vs Poppi Key Takeaway’s
If you would like a brief video overview of Olipop vs Poppi, check out this YouTube Short below!
- Olipop is a functional soda that is high in fiber.
- Poppi is a functional soda that has less than 25 calories and includes apple cider vinegar.
- Both are a source of fiber. Olipop has 9g and Poppi has 2g.
- Both Olipop and Poppi are great lower-sugar soda pop replacement options.
- You can purchase Olipop and Poppi at a growing number of grocery stores, gas stations, convenient stores and their prospective websites.
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Disclaimer
This is not medical advice. Always speak to a trusted healthcare provider prior to beginning any supplements or making and health changes.
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