Soft Drinks

Hey everyone,

We have all heard that drinking too much sugar (especially in the form of soft drinks) is not healthy, and a quick way to gain weight. My question is, is diet cola any better for us?

I am of course speaking in moderation here (ie. one can of diet cola a day). I am looking at the nutritional info and the ingredients on the side of a can of Diet Coke, and it doesn't appear that there is that much in one can. However, does the carbonation or aspartame have a negative impact on health, weight, performance, etc? Or is there no negative impact from diet colas? I know the jury is still out on the effects of caffeine for performance, I find it helps for short rides, but again in moderation.

Thanks a lot.

DNF

Diet cola is the devil's drink. Stick to beer.

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Actually, there is some evidence that cola drinks contribute to losses in bone density. I don't know the science, but that is a concern for cyclists who don't lift weights, or run etc... I imagine that there is some data available if you're concerned. Also, there is a lot of info on the side effects of artificial sweeteners.

Soft Drinks contain a lot of phosphorus. Within our blood, we try to keep a 2:1 ratio of Ca2+ to P+. Therefore, take in excessive amounts of P+, and you need to balance it out and the bones are an easy way to get more Ca2+.

Diet soft-drinks-both aspartame and spenda are nasty and can lead to illness. I am fortunate to have a good buddy who is a food and flavor chemist, and in his words and his colleagues, stay away from that stuff!! I don't know where you are writing from, but in the U.S., the FDA allows the stuff on the market because the company's making it line their pockets.

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My personal belief is that artificial sweeteners cause cancer (but what doesn't these days?) and that unless you're diabetic to stay away.

i did a project on this for school, do stay away from diet soda...regular is better for u. i mean its ok to treat yourself to your fave. soda once a week or so...but dont over do it.

everything is good in moderation! lol

Especially crank!