Post by d3M0n on Jul 13, 2006 1:49:39 GMT -5
I have recently quit drinking soda on a regular basis and suggest you all do the same while you're young! It's killing you in many ways!
Here's a site telling you some of the ways....
LINK
Since the mid -1980's a sharp rise in sugar consumption has occurred. This just happens to coincide with a 47 percent increase in carbonated soft drinks. It is estimated that each person consumes 14.5 ounces of regular soft drinks per day.
Each 12-ounce can of soda pop contains between 10 and 12 teaspoons of sugar. The following list reflects the amount of sugar (in cups) and calories, as they compound with each can of soft drink consumed.
One soda (about 1/4 cup and 140 calories)
Two sodas (about 1/2 cup and 280 calories)
Three sodas (about 3/4 cup and 420 calories)
4 sodas (about 1 cup and 560 calories)
5 sodas (about 1 1/4 cups and 700 calories)
6 sodas (about 1 1/2 cups and 840 calories)
So why is this of concern? First, soda pop contains calories but no nutrients and thus replaces other foods that provide more nutritional value. For optimum health, it is best to choose beverages, at least most of the time, that will provide vitamins and minerals necessary for good health. Water is a great choice too.
Those drinking large amounts of soda pop could be at risk for osteoporosis, especially if soda is replacing milk or other calcium-rich foods. This is a special issue for teens, whose bones are growing at peak levels and who need three to four servings of milk or milk products each day.
Large amounts of sugar in the form of soda pop also can promote tooth decay. Sugar is not the only factor in tooth decay, but the acid in soda pop can dissolve tooth enamel, and this can lead to cavities.
Sixty-one percent of the population is overweight or obese and soda pop can be a contributing factor.
Children and teens are the heaviest consumers of soda pop. The industry markets to children in schools, on television and the radio. In addition, vending machines are available at many locations, including schools. The soft drink industry offers money to schools through revenues that come from vending machines. Some schools raise as much as $100,000 per year this way. The money helps schools purchase computers and other much-needed items, but is this practice really helping our children? A legislative move currently is underway to restrict the sale of vending machine items during school hours.
While drinking soda pop is not an evil in and of itself, it does not promote any health benefits and excessive soft drink consumption could have negative health effects. Moderation is the key to beverage choices. An occasional soft drink will do us no harm, but several a day provide extra sugar and calories that most of us do not need.
Here's a site telling you some of the ways....
LINKSince the mid -1980's a sharp rise in sugar consumption has occurred. This just happens to coincide with a 47 percent increase in carbonated soft drinks. It is estimated that each person consumes 14.5 ounces of regular soft drinks per day.
Each 12-ounce can of soda pop contains between 10 and 12 teaspoons of sugar. The following list reflects the amount of sugar (in cups) and calories, as they compound with each can of soft drink consumed.
One soda (about 1/4 cup and 140 calories)
Two sodas (about 1/2 cup and 280 calories)
Three sodas (about 3/4 cup and 420 calories)
4 sodas (about 1 cup and 560 calories)
5 sodas (about 1 1/4 cups and 700 calories)
6 sodas (about 1 1/2 cups and 840 calories)
So why is this of concern? First, soda pop contains calories but no nutrients and thus replaces other foods that provide more nutritional value. For optimum health, it is best to choose beverages, at least most of the time, that will provide vitamins and minerals necessary for good health. Water is a great choice too.
Those drinking large amounts of soda pop could be at risk for osteoporosis, especially if soda is replacing milk or other calcium-rich foods. This is a special issue for teens, whose bones are growing at peak levels and who need three to four servings of milk or milk products each day.
Large amounts of sugar in the form of soda pop also can promote tooth decay. Sugar is not the only factor in tooth decay, but the acid in soda pop can dissolve tooth enamel, and this can lead to cavities.
Sixty-one percent of the population is overweight or obese and soda pop can be a contributing factor.
Children and teens are the heaviest consumers of soda pop. The industry markets to children in schools, on television and the radio. In addition, vending machines are available at many locations, including schools. The soft drink industry offers money to schools through revenues that come from vending machines. Some schools raise as much as $100,000 per year this way. The money helps schools purchase computers and other much-needed items, but is this practice really helping our children? A legislative move currently is underway to restrict the sale of vending machine items during school hours.
While drinking soda pop is not an evil in and of itself, it does not promote any health benefits and excessive soft drink consumption could have negative health effects. Moderation is the key to beverage choices. An occasional soft drink will do us no harm, but several a day provide extra sugar and calories that most of us do not need.
