Ever wonder what makes Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters so healthy, effervescent and refreshing? The secret is in the bubbles and a whole lot more.

Syfo doesn’t just have intense carbonation; you’ll notice our bubbles have a champagne-quality, and give that extra sparkle. The effect on the tongue is delightful – like a chain of pearls, they carry the purity of our water and the brightness of our natural flavors for a unique taste experience.

Additionally, every 10 oz. glass bottle of Syfo Original and Lemon-Lime is hand inspected to insure a proper seal so that the bottles maintain all that wonderful effervescence. Because Syfo is made with water that has been purified using a unique, multi-step process that includes reverse osmosis, there are no impurities to hamper the carbonation. Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters — free of sugars, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, flavors and preservatives – are the perfect choice for anyone looking for pure refreshment. No wonder so many of our customers have called Syfo the “Champagne of Seltzers.”

A new study presented by the AHA indicates that 180,000 deaths worldwide can be linked to sugary beverages, according to a report in Time Magazine. Research scientists  analyzed data from the 2010 Global Burden of Diseases Study to correlate the linkage between sugary beverages and mortality rates and the results underscore the need for healthy beverages.   Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters have always been free of sugars, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, preservatives or other additives, making them a smart choice for consumers.

Research has long connected sugared drinks like sodas to higher risks of heart diseases, diabetes and obesity, but this study presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention/Nutrition, Physical Activity and Metabolism 2013 Scientific Sessions is the first to try to quantify the worldwide health toll of sugary beverages.

Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters are made with water purified through reverse osmosis and are PG (propylene glycol) and BVO (brominated vegetable oil) free as well. Syfo Beverages will always be a healthy way to stay hydrated, cut back on sugar and enjoy delicious refreshment.

Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has long considered high-fructose corn syrup and its chemically sweet cousins sucrose, maltose and dextrose as “safe” food and beverage additives, new studies have linked high-fructose corn syrup in particular to obesity and type II diabetes.

According to the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CPSI), the prevalence of high-fructose corn syrup in many beverages sold throughout the U.S. may have reached an unsafe level, underscoring the need for consumers to choose healthy beverages.

A recent article in USA Today says that the CPSI wants the FDA to define just how much high-fructose corn syrup is safe for humans to consume as added sugar in drinks. The CPSI has petitioned FDA in a letter signed by 41 physicians and nutritional scientific experts, requesting the agency identify the safe level of added sugars to beverages. The petition is also supported by public health departments of various U.S. cities, including Philadelphia, Boston, Los Angeles and Seattle.

One of the differences between pure cane sugar and high-fructose corn syrup is that pure cane sugar is not chemically altered during its production process.  Manufacturing high-fructose corn syrup involves microbial fermentation and liquid chromatography. Preparing pure cane sugar for commercial use is a considerably less complex process than procedures used in making high fructose corn syrup. Health risks associated with consuming large and/or frequent amounts of sugary beverages containing high fructose corn syrup include obesity, heart disease, type II diabetes, gout and tooth decay.

Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters are free of sugars, high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners, preservatives or other additives.  Syfo has three simple ingredients: purified water, PG-free natural flavoring and carbonation making SYFO a delicious, refreshing healthy beverage for everyone to enjoy!

As you prepare for Passover 2013, don’t forget to stock up on Syfo Original Seltzer and Lemon-Lime Sparkling Waters.  Look for the OUP on the top of the cap.

Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water are certified Kosher for Passover by the largest and most widely respected Kashruth agency — the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America.

Visit our Kosher section to learn more about our Kosher for Passover beverages and also what makes a beverage Kosher for Passover. Click here to find a store near you that carries Syfo. If you’re outside our Southeast market area, you can visit this page to tell your grocer to carry Syfo.

Concern is growing about the use of brominated vegetable oil (BVO) in some soft drinks and in response PepsiCo recently announced it would remove (BVO) from its Gatorade  sports drinks.

Brominated vegetable oil is a synthetic chemical and is used as an emulsifier to help the flavoring mix better in soft drinks. Drinks that contain BVO usually look hazy or cloudy. When consumed in very high amounts over a long period of time, BVO can build up in the body and cause toxic effects. Very high levels of bromide in the bloodstream have been linked to kidney dysfunction and severe skin conditions.

Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters do not contain BVO (brominated vegetable oil). Syfo is made with the highest quality, finest natural flavorings and are completely PG (propylene glycol) and BVO (Brominated Vegetable Oil) free. This makes Syfo the healthy beverage choice when you’re looking for a delicious and refreshing flavored drink.

For more information on the use of BVO in soft drinks, read this WedMD article.