Is diet soda ‘bad’ for you?
Whats better than an ice cold, lemon-squeezed afternoon Diet Coke alongside some deliciously salty snack?
You cant deny: The duos iconic.
Lets start with what impact diet soda has on our health.
Diet soda has also been linked to increased risk oftype 2 diabetesandmetabolic syndrome.
Brain health
Emerging research is also finding links between brain health and diet soda.
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These neurotransmitters regulate neurophysiological activity.
Still, correlation = causation
TL; DR?
Food and Drug Administration (FDA)andWorld Health Organization (WHO).
Importance of hydration
Speaking of health perks.
While that information about diet sodas health impacts may be deterring, what about hydration?
Isnt hydration important enough to prioritize drinking diet soda at a meal over nothing?
Staying well-hydrated helps to maintain optimal organ function, especially within ourkidneysandbrains.
However, theres no scientific evidence to back these claims.
This lends to less bloating, gas, and constipation.
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Drinking with meals can also help you feel more satisfied after eating.
So, is diet soda bad for you?
So, whats the bottom line?
With the evidence available, ideally wed steer clear of diet sodas due to their health implications.
However, overall hydration and drinking at meals is super important.
The easy medium here is to find healthy alternatives.
Otherwise, flavored waters, seltzers, tea, coffee (bonus point for decaf!
), and fresh, no sugar added juices are also great alternatives.
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