America: Drinking too much soda is bad for you. But just how bad is excessive soda consumption for your body?High rates of soda consumption have been linked with numerous health problems, including weight gain, poor dental health, diabetes and cardiovascular disease—which can ultimately lead to heart attacks, stroke and premature death.

When it comes to coffee and tea, we always advocate to avoid sugar, but soda based drinks are still a part of our daily lifestyle.Either the drink refreshes you, or it harms the internal organs badly.

Read below to understand what exactly soda is doing to your body:

1.Reproductive side effects
The soft drink bottles and cans are made from cheap plastic and metal materials. Regular consumption of these drinks can impact the reproductive system. In particular, bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical majorly used in the manufacture of plastic bottles, is linked to hormonal issues, increased risk of miscarriages and lower fertility.

2.Weak teeth and gums
According to a study, 92% of adults suffer tooth decay because of regular consumption of soda. The acid used in soda weakens the tooth enamel leading to tooth decay. Also, the sugar content further encourages dental decay.

3.Disturbed digestive tract
You will be surprised to know that many soda companies use regular tap water that contains germs and bacteria. According to a research, the water contains high lead content, that is not at all good for the human body.

4.Risk of obesity
According to a research, daily consumption of soda can increase the risk of obesity by 1.6 times.

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5.Kidney issues
Many soft drinks are high in phosphoric acid, which according to doctors is risky for liver and kidneys. Regular consumption may result in renal issues and kidney stones.

6.Asthma
They often use a preservative called ‘sodium benzoate’, that is generally added to prevent bacterial growth and food spoilage. According to medical science, the preservative is linked to asthma.

7.Brittle bones
The phosphoric acid used in soda also breaks down the bones that can further lead to an increased urinary output of calcium. According to a study, this leads to weakening of bones.

8.Risk of heart disease
Soda based drinks have a high sugar content that makes liver produce more triglycerides. This is directly linked to increased risk of heart attack.