I Admit I was a Soda Junkie for many years…. until about 4 years ago when non-healthy things started to happen. I suspected….and heard…. nothing good comes with drinking “pop”, but did I listen…..NO!
Recently, I noticed a graphic on Facebook and this was too good of a message not to pass along! This ONE PICTURE confirms what my body was trying to tell me for many years!
The graphic was posted by “naturopathic.physician” out of Fairfield Connecticut. I highly recommend you look them up and follow them for additional tips.
Below is How Soft Drinks…a.k.a. “Pop”, “Soda” can hurt you!
PS: it doesn’t matter what brand the soft drink is as they all have the same damaging impact!
FYI: I expanded with more information from the graphic text by “Googling” the dangers of <ingredient>.
Metabolic Syndrome
- Drinking 1 soda a day increases your risk of diabetes by 67%. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
Skin Rashes
- Soft drinks contain flame-retardant brominated vegetable oil (BVO) a chemical linked to rashes and nerve disorders. Brominated vegetable oil (BVO for short) is a food additive sometimes used to keep citrus flavoring from separating out in sodas and other beverages.
Accelerated Aging
- Phosphates and phosphoric acid increase the shelf life of colas – but are linked to accelerated aging. Phosphoric acid is deliberately added to soft drinks to give them a sharper flavor. It also slows the growth of molds and bacteria, which would otherwise multiply rapidly in the sugary solution. Almost all acidity of soda pop comes from the phosphoric acid and not from the carbonic acid from the dissolved CO2.
Fatty Blood
- A soft drink a day could increase triglycerides by 30%, hardening your arteries. Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in your blood. Elevated triglycerides may contribute to pancreatitis or the hardening of the arteries. This increases the risk of stroke, heart attack, and heart disease.
Brain Damage
- When mixed with common food dye, the fake sweetener “aspartame” becomes toxic to the brain cells. Aspartame has been linked to behavioral and cognitive problems including learning problems, headache, seizures, migraines, irritable moods, anxiety, depression, and insomnia, wrote the researchers of a 2017 study in Nutritional Neuroscience
Tooth Sensitivity
- Phosphoric and citric acids alter pH balance in the mouth, leading to permanent enamel erosion. Even with regular brushing and flossing, both regular and diet sodas can break down the enamel of teeth. Tiny bacteria live between and around teeth and, when exposed to the sugar in soft drinks, produce an acid that causes damage to tooth enamel, which eventually leads to decay and cavities.
Are you now thinking twice about downing that can of Coke, Dr. Pepper, Mountain Dew, Sprite, or Pepsi?
What are some alternatives?
This was a challenge for me as I have a “sweet” tooth. And I like the “bubbles in my drinks. So, I found two Young Living products that satisfy my affinity for bubbles and flavor. I know, you immediately wanted to chastise me for not saying water first!
However, the two products below not only cut down on my sugar intake but also increased my water consumption…. a “Win-Win” don’t you think?
NingXia Zyng® is a refreshing, lightly carbonated drink that combines Ningxia wolfberry puree, pear and blackberry juices, and essential oils with naturally occurring caffeine for an energizing boost.*
YL Vitality Drops feature Lavender and Lemon essential oils and natural electrolytes for an extra hydration boost. Kickstart your day the natural way! Add one squeeze of either flavor to 8 ounces of cold water for a clean caffeine boost backed by nature.
In conclusion
I hope this blog article has “armed” you with information on how soft drinks are not good for you! My two alternatives; “Zyng” and "Vitality Drops" from Young Living not only made me feel better but my dentist thanked me as well!
This is also a “cheaper” option than piling up those 12 packs from the grocery store! Healthier and Cost-Effective….what a combination!
If you need help ordering either or both products above, please give me a holler and I can guide you through it @ garyrathbun.com
PUT THE CAN DOWN!
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