Press Releases
American Beverage Association Statement on NCHS Data Brief
Contrary to what may be implied by the introductory statement of this data brief that reaches back 30 years, sugar-sweetened beverages are not driving health issues like obesity and diabetes.
Amy E. Hancock Joins the American Beverage Association as Deputy General Counsel
Susan K. Neely, president and chief executive officer of the American Beverage Association (ABA), today announced the appointment of Amy E. Hancock as Deputy General Counsel for the organization.
American Beverage Association Statement on Diet Soda Abstracts
Numerous peer-reviewed published studies have shown that diet sodas are proven to be an effective tool for weight loss and weight maintenance.
American Beverage Association Responds to New England Journal of Medicine Article
Like almost all foods, sugar-sweetened beverages are a source of calories. But when it comes to weight gain, there is nothing unique about those calories, which account for only about 7 percent of the calories in the average American's diet according to a National Cancer Institute analysis of government data.
American Beverage Association Responds to AAP Clinical Report
In response to "Clinical Report-Sports Drinks and Energy Drinks for Children and Adolescents: Are They Appropriate?," a study to be published in the June issue of the journal Pediatrics, Dr. Maureen Storey, senior vice president of science policy for the American Beverage Association, issued the following statement:
American Beverage Association Announces Changes to its Board of Directors
The American Beverage Association (ABA) today announced the election of two new members to its Board of Directors. The new members are: Kirk Tyler, president, Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Company, and Matthew Dent, president and chief operating officer, Buffalo Rock Company.
America's Beverage Industry Celebrates Earth Day 365 Days a Year
On Earth Day and every day, American Beverage Association members demonstrate their longstanding commitment to our environment through ongoing efforts to further reduce their environmental impact.
American Beverage Association Statement on Energy Drinks
Our industry agrees that underage and binge drinking are serious public health problems. However, they will not be addressed by focusing on non-alcoholic beverages...
American Beverage Association Responds To CSPI Scare Tactics on Caramel Coloring
4-MEI is not a threat to human health. There is no evidence that 4-MEI causes cancer in humans. No health regulatory agency around the globe, including the Food and Drug Administration, has said that 4-MEI is a human carcinogen.
American Beverage Association Statement on Pediatrics Article on Energy Drinks
This literature review does nothing more than perpetuate misinformation about energy drinks, their ingredients and the regulatory process.