Why You Should Avoid Sweet Drinks

Sweetened beverages are not very good for your waistline or your heart.   They should be kept to a minimum.   According to a 25 year study from 1980-1004, Women who drank at least two sweetened beverages a day had 35 percent higher risk of heart attack than those who drank less than one a month.   Once a day drinkers had a 23 percent higher risk.   The authors suggest that the sweetened beverages raise blood sugar levels, which could promote heart inflammation or raise triglycerides.   A second study suggests that people who reduce calories from sweetened beverages lose more weight than those who reduce  calories from solid foods.   Most Americans get 20 percent of their calories from beverages, so there is PLENTY of room to cut back.  And water is a great alternative -- and healthier.