sign, symptom, or diagnosis, it is appropriate to assign both the V code and the code describing the reason for the non-routine test. 18
The difference is in the types of non -nutritive sweeteners used. Diet Coke has aspartame while Coke Zero has a mix of aspartame and acesulfame potassium. The beverages have different levels of sweetness and off tastes (I.e. high levels of aspartame have a metallic taste) as a result.
'As Diet Coke has no calories and no recognised ingredients we know it is a cocktail of chemicals that encourage your body to gain and store weight especially on your legs and bottom away from your organs. Diet drinks are not good for your body your health or even as it turns out, for dieting.' When contacted for comment a spokesperson for Coca-Cola told FEMAIL: 'Diet Coke has been enjoyed by millions of people around the world for more than 30 years.