Great article in the paper today. Had to share some of the info from it:
1. WEIGHT GAIN- Soda gives you calories without any nutrients. A 12 oz. can of Coke has 140 caloires. A child's risk for obesity increases an average of 60 % with every additional daily serving of soda.
2. I'M NOT HUNGRY- Soda or sugary drinks decrease kids' appetites, increasing the odds they will skip food or drinks that are GOOD for them.
3. CALCIUM DEPLETION- Phosphorus, a common ingredient in soda, can suck the calcium out of kids' bones. This is most dangerous for teen girls.
4. SAVE IT FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS- once in a while should be the rule.
5. SODA WITH CAFFEINE as an ingredient can give kids headaches and insomnia.
6. SODA ROTS YOUR TEETH.
7. IT'S ADDICTIVE.
8. SUPERSIZED- The average soda sold in the U. S. has more than doubled in size since the 1950's, from 6.5 oz. to 16.2 oz.
Dr. John Freeman, pediatrician, Salzer Medical Group.
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