Soda: The Worst Thing Ever Invented
Soda, or “pop” as it’s known in the Midwest where I grew up, is on of the worst substances we can ever put into our bodies. I’ll go as far as to say it is one of the worst things we have ever created, as it is one of the primary drivers of the obesity epidemic in America. Here, in no particular order, are the top five reasons to stop drinking soda:
Soda is just carbonated water loaded with sugar and chemicals. It may taste good, but provides empty calories without actually quenching thirst. There is a lot of refined sugar in foods we eat every day, we don’t need to add this much more.
Soda consumption has been linked to various health conditions ranging from obesity to kidney disease. It having your favorite beverage really worth this risk?
Soda is packaged in bottles and cans, most of which are not recycled. In terms of recycling in the U.S., we have made some great strides in terms of paper products, but are lacking in plastic and glass recycling. Soda production and consumption has an enormous environmental impact.
It’s terrible for your teeth, as well as your digestive system. The chemicals and acids in most sodas eat away at teeth enamel and force the digestive system to rev up to process these materials. Soda is not naturally digested by the body…it takes a lot of energy.
The cost of frequently buying soda can really add up. In almost every region of the U.S. we have clean, potable water free from the tap. Stop buying soda, pocket the money you would have spent, and start drinking the tap water out of your faucet. It’s what your body naturally needs, and is much safer than you may realize. Quality standards for tap water are actually much tougher than for bottled water.
If you are a soda drinker, I know it’s hard to stop. Studies show that soda can be just as addicting as cigarettes (and just as bad for your health). Try substituting water by itself, or with some type of flavor mixed in (fruit juice, natural sweeteners, or make it into tea). You will save money, and your body will feel different within a few days.
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