We all know people who are staunch supporters of diet soda, and yet others who laugh at the idea of diet drinks. This showdown will uncover one solid truth: is diet soda really healthier than regular soda? While it may be true that as far as calorie count goes, diet soda definitely takes the gold medal by containing only 1 calorie as opposed to regular soda’s calorie count of 143 calories, we cannot ignore the other not-so-healthy facts that researchers have uncovered about diet soda! So whether you opt for diet soda over regular soda out of habit, due to an acquired taste, or because you genuinely believe that it is a healthier option, this analysis is going to uncover a lot of hidden truths that you definitely want to be aware of!
You might be satisfied with the low calorie count, but the picture is not as pleasant as it seems! Diet soda contains Aspartame, an artificial sweetener that is actually 180 to 200 times sweeter than natural sugar. Did you know that 10% of Aspartame is actually wood alcohol which is a highly toxic substance? Effects range from headaches, dizziness, vision problems, mood changes and skin reactions in some people. The verdict: Avoid diet soda as much as possible!
Yes diet soda may be healthy as far as calories are concerned, but if the sodium content was highlighted a bit more not many people would opt for this drink! Excess sodium is detrimental for your body system, and it is the main reason why you still feel thirsty after downing a whole can of diet soda! The verdict: Excess of any substance is bad, so keep away from diet soda as much as possible!
If you have ever wondered why you feel like eating a whole lot more after having diet soda, here’s your answer! Most diet sodas contain a substance called Nutrasweet, which is an artificial sweetener. It is known to stimulate the appetite after consumption, especially for sweet food items! The verdict: Eating sweet food items after having diet soda defeats the purpose of having diet soda in the first place! We say, chuck the diet soda out.
Feel bloated after having your regular dose of diet soda? Diet soda causes fluid retention in the body which could leave you feeling heavy. The accumulated water weight often results in the formation of a ‘tummy pouch’! The verdict: Why risk an unattractive ‘pouch’ at all, just skip the diet soda altogether!
Clearly, diet soda is not all that it is made out to be. You might think that you are losing weight and doing your body a favor by substituting regular soda with diet soda, but there’s more to diet soda than meets the eye. This does not in any way imply that you should start stocking up on regular soda. The best way to lose weight and stay healthy is through regular exercise and by maintaining a well-balanced diet!
