According to Dr. Neil Paulvin, a specialist in regenerative medicine, if you drink carbonated drinks every day, you may gain extra pounds, especially abdominal fat. This can be dangerous as it increases the risk of heart disease, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and breast cancer.
Risk of kidney disease, high blood pressure and heart disease
In the long term, the habit of drinking carbonated beverages can lead to kidney disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, Paulvin explains. Some studies have shown that drinkers of acidic juices have an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.
The consumption of carbonated drinks is not beneficial for the brain either. High blood sugar levels can lead to brain inflammation. In fact, it has been scientifically proven that regularly drinking fizzy drinks can lead to increased levels of depression and a higher likelihood of dementia.
Unfortunately, the diet versions are not without danger either, as they can harm the gut, heart and brain. The artificial sweeteners in these drinks are just as harmful as sugar.
How to cut down on carbonated drinks
If you want to drink less fizzy drinks, you need to ask yourself what attracts you to them in the first place. Is it the caffeine dose? If so, a sparkling coffee might be a good substitute. But you have to make sure they don’t contain sugar or artificial sweeteners.
Is it the combination of sweet and fizzy? If so, mineral water with fruit or kombucha may be options to consider. You can also prepare infused water at home and you will save money. You can add cucumber or mint, currants and oranges or pomegranate.
But when you switch to matcha or sparkling coffee, there is a risk of headaches. That’s why you have to gradually give up caffeine. As caffeine is a stimulant, you will need to be careful to avoid other drinks containing caffeine or similar stimulants such as matcha, green tea and mate tea, writes Healthline.
2024-01-03 05:32:05
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