It's no secret that soda is unhealthy. Full of sugar and chemicals, this carbonated beverage is a large reason behind the growing obesity epidemic in this country. But what about diet sodas?
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#1 Think You're Doing Good By Opting For Diet?
Most of the previous research showing that these artificial sweeteners do no good for weight control has been performed on younger people and the middle-aged.
#2 Relax... It's a DIET Soda
Diet soda is worse than worthless for weight-loss it puts three times more fat on your belly, especially as you age.
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#3 Can Diet Soda Make You Gain WEIGHT?
The end result of that extra belly fat is an increase in your chances of heart disease and metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is a combination of problems connected to diabetes, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke and heart disease.
#4 So. Why is Diet Soda So Bad?!
Diet sodas have never worked for weight loss. They're sweetened with chemicals like saccharin, sucralose and aspartame instead of sugar. Yet despite having no "calories," their consumption has coincided with the average weight in the U.S. climbing dramatically.
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#5 Are YOU Pouring on The POUNDS?
Whatever your weight category, it's important to be mindful about what you're actually putting into your body. If the ingredients listed are impossible to pronounce, chances are it shouldn't be digested. Leading a healthy lifestyle is about fueling your body with healthy, nutritious foods and staying active multiple times per week.
Keep it simple, hydrate appropriately and when you're looking for a little something bubbly, grab a seltzer. Your waistline and wallet will thank you.
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#6 Ever Wonder What Happens After Drinking a Diet Coke...
This is What Happens One Hour After Drinking One Can of Diet Coke
