Not many years ago hard liquor seemed destined to go the way of some now virtually extinct soft drinks such as Moxie.

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For the present, however, and for some years to come, PepsiCo will be selling soft drinks and chips.

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Salt levels have reduced 9% since 2006 and some manufacturers have introduced calorie caps in particular for snacks and soft drinks.

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While some chains offer non-soda and fruit options, "soft drinks and fried potatoes are still more common options on children's menus, "' according to the report.

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Some dealings will seem benign -- the sale of commercial goods like soft drinks, for instance.

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