With the news that PepsiCo bought prebiotic soda company Poppi for $1.95 billion, we asked experts: Are these new sodas actually healthy?

PepsiCo’s Poppi acquisition proves just how rewarding disrupting traditional categories and building a strong brand can be, even in highly competitive spaces.

PepsiCo is buying Poppi, the popular prebiotic soda brand, in a $1.65 billion deal.The move marks PepsiCo’s further shift into the “better for you” category as consumers shy away from sugar-filled drinks and unhealthy snacks.