Recent research underscores the increasing health dangers linked to regular fizzy drink consumption, emphasising its role in weight gain, diabetes, and dental problems, prompting calls for better public awareness and healthier choices.
A new review has again drawn attention to the health effects of regular fizzy drink consumption, with weight gain and a higher risk of type 2 diabetes among the main concerns. Cairo24, citing The Sun, reported that a daily can of soda can add roughly 150 to 200 calories, most of them from added sugar, making it easier to build up an energy surplus over time.
That matters because sugar-sweetened drinks are among the leading sources of added sugar in the American diet, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The agency says regular consumption is linked not only to weight gain and obesity but also to heart disease, fatty liver disease, tooth decay and gout. The American Heart Association has also warned that sugary drinks can drive blood glucose spikes, inflammation, insulin resistance and fat build-up around the organs, even in people who exercise regularly.
The diabetes risk is supported by long-term research. A study published in Diabetes Care in 2010 found that people who drank sugar-sweetened beverages every day had a 26% higher risk of type 2 diabetes than those who drank them rarely. A later study in 2019 found that daily consumers faced a 16% higher risk over four years. Health organisations say the pattern is consistent: repeated sugar spikes can, over time, reduce the body’s sensitivity to insulin, which is central to the development of type 2 diabetes.
Dental health is another concern. Healthline and Medical News Today have both pointed out that soda combines sugar with acids that can damage enamel, making it harder for teeth to withstand repeated exposure. Public health experts generally advise limiting sugary drinks and choosing alternatives such as water, unsweetened tea or flavoured sparkling water instead.
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical judgment, advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
