Soda - Interesting...

[DJ]

From MSN

Q: Is soda really bad for your kidneys?
A: Yes. Drinking 16 ounces or more daily (whether diet or regular) doubles your risk of chronic kidney disease, according to an NIH study of more than 900 people. The researchers already knew that consuming any type of soft drink—the average American adult guzzles 59 gallons' worth per year—is associated with several risk factors for kidney disease (hypertension, diabetes, and kidney stones), but the spike in the cola category was remarkable.
Experts suspect that the ingredient phosphoric acid may be the culprit; it's been repeatedly linked to "urinary changes that promote kidney stones," say the study authors. Cola has an additional knock against it: Consumption is associated with significantly lower bone density in women, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures, says a separate study.

Learn why diet soda isn’t healthy for you

[Paz]

 I hope that some people read this and clicked on the link about why diet soda is bad for you...I know that a lot of BP's drink a ton of soda [I used to] Diet soda will not help you lose weight according to the article, and I believe it [just my opinion]. It's bad enough that meds cause weight gain and cravings for sweets, and it's awful that some of the things the meds make a person crave are so unhealthy! I know I say this all the time but a good diet is key to mental clarity, happiness and long life.

[christian.156]

Oh Good Lord! If it tastes good, it's bad for you. I am in a situation where I can't drink soda--this is not very good--I suppose I'll live ten years longer--at least, it'll seem like it!

[chasemanzmum]

I tell you kidney stones and UTIs be danged. I ain't giving up my CF Pepsi for nothing or no one. I cut back on so many different vices. CF Pepsi is not going to be a compromise for me