What soda does do to your brain?

Excessive added sugar intake from drinking soda can negatively affect your brain, contributing to impaired cognitive function, mood swings and irritability, and possibly anxiety and depression.

Why is it so hard to quit drinking soda?

Quitting soda is problematic because it contains a lot of sugar and caffeine. Eliminating caffeine can cause unpleasant withdrawal-like symptoms. Sugar is hyper-palatable and stimulates your brain’s reward centers, making you want to keep eating or drinking it.

Is coffee better than soda?

Coffee is usually a healthier choice than soda. Without additives, it has fewer calories and less sugar, which are beneficial if you drink it in moderation. On the other hand, Soda is high in sugar and doesn’t offer much nutrition.

What happens if I only drink water?

As long as you eat a healthy, balanced diet that provides all the nutrients you need, drinking water instead of all other beverages is not a problem. You may feel some withdrawal symptoms at first if you are used to drinking caffeinated beverages, and you may lose some weight over time if you previously got a lot of calories from drinks. On the plus side, you will feel better hydrated.