Hollyberry Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I am doing a mini study seeing which soda is better to drink. (Not taste wise). I am doing something on weightloss and fitness. **For those who drink DIET soda** - How many soda do you drink every day? Week? -Do you think you are overweight? (It has something to do with this study :lol ) -How long have you been drinking diet soda? - Do you believe diet soda is heathier than regular soda? -Do you drink soda to lose weight? If so.. Has it worked? -Do you feel hungry after drinking diet soda? ** For those who drink REGULAR soda** - How many regular sodas do you drink a day? week? -Do you think you are overweight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nugget Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I drink regular POP and I'm 5'8", 165 so I don't think I'm overweight. I drink probably up to 24 cans a week :| Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rorod Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 ive never been a big drinker of soda but when i do its regular soda...probably two cans a week. 5'11' 175 pounds...dont think im overweight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cap Anson Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 Soda-pop ruins your eyes and is the elixer of Lucifer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckeye Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 Regular pop drinker. I drink probably 5 orange pops a week (during work only to keep myself awake) and am 5'9'', 165. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wanks1212 Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I drink regular soda, and rarely on its own (usually mixed with something else). I'd say 3-4 cans per week, and I'm not overweight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Juanky Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I drink regular, about a liter of coke a day (give or take a little bit). I'm underweight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest marlins02 Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 i drink about 16-17 cans a week of regular coke. im about 5'11 and 161 pounds so nah i aint overweight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollyberry Posted January 2, 2006 Author Share Posted January 2, 2006 No diet soda people? :lol Thanks for the replies.. Keep them coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinFan10 Posted January 2, 2006 Share Posted January 2, 2006 I drink soda about once a month when I'm in a situation where it's all that's available. . Besides that, I only drink water and orange juice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junior Posted January 3, 2006 Share Posted January 3, 2006 Regular here. Normally the amount I drink varies, but I would say I drink a good 12 cans a week. 5'10 155, no I am not overweight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankeefan21 Posted January 3, 2006 Share Posted January 3, 2006 Just research some of the biochemistry behind aspartame and you won't find many reasons to drink diet. I guess people with diabetes can have it, but that's about it. Aspertame isn't even the worst of it. First of all, your body responds to artificial sweeteners in the same way it responds to regular sugar - so the only "benefit" of drinking the diet soda [no calories] is almost negated. The WORST part of drinking diet soda - especially for females - is that it contains high amounts of phosphates. Phosphates are a problem because they interfere with the bodies natural ability to build and regenerate bone by blocking calcium absorption. This can - and has - lead to osteoporosis. There has been a scary trend in increasing numbers of brittle bone diseases among young women. If I get a chance later, I'll link to some reputable sites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hollyberry Posted January 3, 2006 Author Share Posted January 3, 2006 Here is some news on Diet soda Diet sodas contain aspartame (NutraSweet) which is terrible for your health. It has been linked to brain tumors, headaches, Parkinson's, Lou Gerig's, Alzheimer's, etc. This explains how apartame doesn't really help you lose weight: In a cruel and ironic twist, aspartame may actually cause weight gain. Phenylalanine and aspartic acid, found in aspartame, stimulate the release of insulin. Rapid, strong spikes in insulin remove all glucose from the blood-stream and store it as fat. This can result in hypoglycemia and sugar cravings. Additionally, it has been demonstrated to inhibit carbohydrate induced synthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin, which signals that the body is satiated. Inhibition of serotonin leads to food cravings, increased carbohydrate consumption and, ultimately, weight gain. In a recent study, a control group switching to an aspartame-free diet resulted in an average weight loss of 19 pounds. http://www.aspartamekills.com/lydon.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankeefan21 Posted January 3, 2006 Share Posted January 3, 2006 In a cruel and ironic twist, aspartame may actually cause weight gain. Phenylalanine and aspartic acid, found in aspartame, stimulate the release of insulin. Rapid, strong spikes in insulin remove all glucose from the blood-stream and store it as fat. This can result in hypoglycemia and sugar cravings. That's exactly what I was trying to say here: First of all, your body responds to artificial sweeteners in the same way it responds to regular sugar - so the only "benefit" of drinking the diet soda [no calories] is almost negated. Your body still reacts to artificial sweeteners by spiking insulin. This is the main reason that Atkins dieters are told to steer clear of diet sodas and anyone who uses some form of hypoglycemic index diet avoids diet sodas as well. On a side note, I try to avoid sodas in general. There is something wholly unsettling about ingesting a product capable of loosening a rusted bolts - a la WD-40! Check this site out for other fun uses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yankeefan21 Posted January 3, 2006 Share Posted January 3, 2006 I don't think it would be wise to cite something called www.aspartamekills.com. Do a Google search on Christine Lydon [MD]. I'd trust HER! :mischief Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SongInTheAir Posted January 3, 2006 Share Posted January 3, 2006 I drink soda regularly, probably 2 cans a day (14/week). I'm 6'0", 140 lbs (underweight, I guess?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodge Posted January 3, 2006 Share Posted January 3, 2006 I drink regular soda Maybe 3 cans a day. Try to get a good portion of non-carbonated beverages. I'm 6'6" and 195, good weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolfan Posted January 4, 2006 Share Posted January 4, 2006 I drink 2 regular cokes a day and Im 6'1" 130 so Id say Im underweight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhxPhin Posted January 4, 2006 Share Posted January 4, 2006 this is a good balanced site http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aspartame also shows a list of other products that Aspartame is found .... if your research is going to be based on Aspartame consumption, then you should probably look into other product concern as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beetle Posted January 4, 2006 Share Posted January 4, 2006 I drink soda about once a month when I'm in a situation where it's all that's available. . Besides that, I only drink water and orange juice. Same here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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