The benefits of soft drinks

Written By The HealthMeth Team - Updated On Tuesday, February 2, 2021 1:00 PM

The benefits of soft drinks

Drinking soft drinks in moderation may have some beneficial effects on the body, and here are some of its benefits: [1]


Caffeine

Caffeine is a stimulant and is present in soft drinks. It has several benefits, but too much of it may affect health. Among the benefits of caffeine is that it stimulates the nervous system, modifies mood, relieves headache pain, and breaks down fatty acids in the liver. Prone to Parkinson's disease, cirrhosis , colon cancer, and gallstones.


Soda

Carbonated water is the main ingredient in soft drinks, and it has been shown to have a benefit in relieving nausea, constipation and stomach pain.


Sodium

Sodium is another ingredient found in soft drinks, and the benefit of sodium is that it retains water in the body, prevents muscle cramps, reduces the effects of aging, and prevents a decrease in blood pressure.


Harmful consumption of fizzy drinks

The average consumption of these drinks may not affect health, but drinking them regularly is unhealthy, so reducing drinking them or eliminating them permanently from the diet is the best way to get rid of the health problems related to them. [2] Among the disadvantages of soft drinks resulting from high sugar is obesity, and according to the American Heart Association, the recommended daily limit for sugar is 6-9 teaspoons, but soft drinks contain more than that, while the other component is alternative sweeteners in some cases Sugar-free soft drinks use artificial sweetenersAn alternative to natural sugar, and the frequent intake of it may change the way a person tastes food and create a desire to eat more sweetened foods, and despite the safety of sweeteners in general, it has not been proven how safe it is to eat large quantities of it, and despite the benefits of caffeine, the frequent intake Soft drinks rich in it may lead to side effects such as anxiety, nervousness, trouble sleeping, nausea, vomiting, and frequent urination. [3]


References

  1. Robert Petros (3-10-2017), "What Are the Benefits of Soft Drinks?" , Livestrong , Retrieved 29-5-2018. Edited.
  2. Lori Newell (3-10-2017), "Why Are Soft Drinks Bad for Your Health?" , Livestrong , Retrieved 29-5-2018. Edited.
  3. Marie Dannie (3-10-2017), "Are There Any Health Benefits for Soda?" , Livestrong , Retrieved 29-5-2018. Edited.