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Can drinking diet soda increase your risk of liver disease?
Soft drinks are fizzy drinks without alcohol. As obesity became a growing concern, beverage companies began heavily marketing diet versions of their products.
While sugar-free beverages have seen surging demand, they typically rely on artificial sweeteners like aspartame. Studies have increasingly found links between regular consumption of these sweeteners and higher rates of obesity, diabetes, and related metabolic issues.
The landscape shifted in 2023 when major health organizations took strong stances on artificial sweeteners. The WHO recommended against using them for weight control and classified aspartame as a possible carcinogen.
Research points to concerning trends, particularly among young people. Studies indicate diet soda consumption may lead to higher body fat percentages and BMI in teenagers. Regular intake has also been connected to elevated blood pressure in adolescents, while heavy diet soda consumption shows possible associations with cardiovascular problems and increased diabetes risk.
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Source Medical News Today
