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A healthy lifestyle is becoming increasingly popular in today’s world, and more and more people are joining the health-focused camp. Nevertheless, diseases and other health problems are not decreasing. On the contrary, we increasingly hear about people who live healthily, exercise, do not eat or drink harmful things, and yet die young or have to live with minor or major health problems every day.
One of the most important aspects of a healthy lifestyle is limiting the consumption of sweetened drinks. Many people switch to sugar-free drinks or those sweetened with artificial sweeteners. However, the Journal of General Internal Medicine recently published a study that points to new dangers associated with artificially sweetened soft drinks.
Artificial sweeteners increase the risk of stroke and heart attack
The study, which ran for more than ten years and included over 2,500 people, focused on the effects of artificially sweetened drinks on health. The results were surprising: people who regularly consumed beverages flavored with artificial sweeteners had a significantly higher risk of brain hemorrhage, heart attack, and other vascular diseases.
These findings did not prove that consuming sweetened drinks is beneficial to the body. On the contrary, it turned out that all types of soft drinks, whether sugar-sweetened or artificially sweetened, can have a negative impact on health.
Carbonated drinks and stomach problems
Dietitian Amanda Wahlstedt warns that drinking any carbonated drinks can cause stomach irritation, bloating, and heartburn. Of course everyone has the right to decide about their own health, but it is important to know that the human body needs enough fluids, ideally in the form of water.
Practice moderation and prefer water
Experts recommend moderating consumption of carbonated soft drinks and trying to replace the daily recommended fluid intake of 1.5-2 liters with water. Although it may be tempting to reach for a sweet, fizzy drink, it is important to think about long-term health and the potential risks associated with their regular consumption.
Conclusion
A healthy lifestyle includes not only a balanced diet and regular exercise, but also mindful beverage choices. Artificially sweetened soft drinks can have serious health consequences, including an increased risk of stroke and heart attack. Therefore it is important to limit their consumption and prefer plain water, which is best for the body.
