A meal
consisting of burgers and fries is never complete without soft drinks. We never
think of the ill-effects that these beverages have on our health, when we gulp
them in excess.
Evidence
confirms that soft drinks cause serious cell damage. Research from a British
university suggests a common preservative found in soft drinks has the ability
to switch off vital parts of DNA, a problem more usually associated with aging.
This can eventually lead to cirrhosis of the liver and degenerative diseases
such as Parkinson’s.
There are
following other factors that indicate why you should bring down the intake of
soft drinks:
1.
Dehydration
High levels
of caffeine in soft drinks may lead to dehydration. Caffeine is a natural
diuretic and causes your body to excrete fluid through urine. Since caffeinated
soft drinks can make you need to use the restroom frequently, do not consume
them if you are exercising or if you live in a hot climate. You may be more
likely to suffer from effects of dehydration, such as thirst and fatigue. Water
has the opposite effect. Drinking water keeps you fully hydrated so you can
drink it while working out or playing in the sun.
2. Tooth
Decay
Soft drinks
can contribute to tooth decay and dental cavities. Sugary beverages coat your
teeth, gums and tongue for hours after you drink them. This effect breaks down
enamel on your teeth, making them more susceptible to rotting. Water does not
contribute to dental decay. In fact, water is fluoridated and actually helps
strengthen your teeth.
3.
Weakened Bones and Risk of Osteoporosis
Frequent
consumption of soft drinks may also increase the risk of osteoporosis,
especially in people who drink soft drinks instead of calcium-rich milk. Excess
consumption of soft drinks in children poses a significant risk factor for
impaired calcification of growing bones.
4.
Increased Blood Pressure
Expert
believes that overconsumption of fructose, particularly in the form of soft
drinks, leads to an increase in blood pressure.
5. Kidney
Problems
Some studies
suggest that consumption of soft drinks also leads to the development of Kidney
problems like reduced kidney function and Kidney stones.
6.
Metabolic Syndrome
Soft drink
consumption is also a significant risk factor for developing of metabolic
syndrome, a combination of the symptoms such as high blood pressure, obesity,
high cholesterol, and insulin resistance.
So better health avoid soft drink and take natural drinks.
Thanks for your time.