Introduction
In today's weight loss tip we will explore the effects of soda on the human body using the facts. We will see how current soda consumption influences asthma, kidney disease, obesity, dental health, heart disease, reproduction, bone and joint health, and increased risks of diabetes. In future blog posts we will address natural juices and juicing options to increase energy, but the overall scope today will address sugar consumption in the United States and how it correlates to the obesity epidemic that we currently see. Mark Curry for BuiltLean.com addresses some of the statistics that are harmful in consuming soda daily in this video.He said "Here's a shocking fact about how drinking only 1 can of coke per day adds up significantly over time. If you're flooding your body with sugar, your fat cells will not function properly, which can lead to cascading health and weight problems beyond the excess calories alone!" Wow, what more motivation do we need to change our diet and rid it of harmful toxins and quick energy fixes? Take a look at this graphic of a constant soda drinker and what the harmful effects of soda intake can do over time. How many doctors would you have to visit in a lifetime to address these health issues?
If you can't read the small print lets expound on the truths that this document has brought to light. For our first exposé on the harmful effects of soda, lets take a look at Asthma.
Asthma
Sodium benzoate, found in soda, is used as a preservative (microbial control) in foods. Sodium preservatives add sodium to the diet and reduce the availability of potassium. Some reported reactions to sodium benzoate include recurring uticaria (skin rash), asthma and eczema. Each day 11 Americans die from asthma. The estimated cost of asthma to the healthcare system is estimate to be nearly $15 billion dollars.
Other kidney issues are commonly caused by high blood pressure and uncontrolled diabetes. Uncontrolled High Blood pressure over a prolonged period of time, will cause the nephron, a tiny cellular structure similar to a neuron in the brain that, once destroyed, never regenerates or revives, which reduces the bodies ability to filter toxins and regulate electrolytes. The same destructive power of hypertension (high blood pressure)
exists with uncontrolled diabetes. The levels of free glucose (unused sugar) floating around in the blood causes irreparable damage to the nephrons causing the same problem, which causes a rapid acceleration to kidney failure (ESRD), requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant. The current statistics produced by the CDC estimates that approximately 1 in every 10 americans has some form of chronic kidney disease, which is more than 20 million citizens. The estimated cost of Kidney disease on the healthcare system in the U.S. is estimated annually at 42.5 billion or even higher.
Forty minutes later, caffeine absorptions is complete. Your pupils dilate; your blood pressure rises; as a response, our liver dumps more sugar into your bloodstream. The adenosine receptors in your brain are now blocked, preventing drowsiness.
Forty-five minutes later, your body ups your dopamine production stimulating pleasure centers of your brain. This is physically the same way heroin works, by the way.
This endless cycle will cause irreparable damage to your pancreas and other organs and needless to say the increase in belly fat that you can't get rid of due to constant surges of glucose. Your body is on a downward spiral to adult onset diseases or even worse the children that experience this face obesity issues along with early onset of adult diseases, without proper diet change and exercise.
Facts:
70% of Cardiovascular disease is related to obesity
42% of breast and colon cancer is diagnosed in obese individuals
30% of gall bladder surgery is related to obesity
The wake up call should have awaken us all, but to no avail, we pushed the snooze button and our children are suffering for our inaction. It is estimated, according to the CDC, that:
Kidney Issues
Sodas contain high levels of phosphoric acid, which has been linked to kidney stones and other renal problems. You are more likely to get kidney stones if you are: Male, Caucasian and very overweight.Other kidney issues are commonly caused by high blood pressure and uncontrolled diabetes. Uncontrolled High Blood pressure over a prolonged period of time, will cause the nephron, a tiny cellular structure similar to a neuron in the brain that, once destroyed, never regenerates or revives, which reduces the bodies ability to filter toxins and regulate electrolytes. The same destructive power of hypertension (high blood pressure)
exists with uncontrolled diabetes. The levels of free glucose (unused sugar) floating around in the blood causes irreparable damage to the nephrons causing the same problem, which causes a rapid acceleration to kidney failure (ESRD), requiring dialysis or a kidney transplant. The current statistics produced by the CDC estimates that approximately 1 in every 10 americans has some form of chronic kidney disease, which is more than 20 million citizens. The estimated cost of Kidney disease on the healthcare system in the U.S. is estimated annually at 42.5 billion or even higher.
Sugar Overload
Twenty minutes after drinking a soda, your blood sugar spikes causing an insulin burst. Your liver responds to this by turning any sugar to fat.Forty minutes later, caffeine absorptions is complete. Your pupils dilate; your blood pressure rises; as a response, our liver dumps more sugar into your bloodstream. The adenosine receptors in your brain are now blocked, preventing drowsiness.
Forty-five minutes later, your body ups your dopamine production stimulating pleasure centers of your brain. This is physically the same way heroin works, by the way.
This endless cycle will cause irreparable damage to your pancreas and other organs and needless to say the increase in belly fat that you can't get rid of due to constant surges of glucose. Your body is on a downward spiral to adult onset diseases or even worse the children that experience this face obesity issues along with early onset of adult diseases, without proper diet change and exercise.
Obesity
The relationship between soft drink consumption and body weight is so strong that researchers calculate that for each addition soda consumed, the risk of obesity increases 1.6 times.Facts:
70% of Cardiovascular disease is related to obesity
42% of breast and colon cancer is diagnosed in obese individuals
30% of gall bladder surgery is related to obesity
The wake up call should have awaken us all, but to no avail, we pushed the snooze button and our children are suffering for our inaction. It is estimated, according to the CDC, that:
- Childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and tripled in adolescents in the past 30 years.
- The percentage of children aged 6–11 years in the United States who were obese increased from 7% in 1980 to nearly 18% in 2010. Similarly, the percentage of adolescents aged 12–19 years who were obese increased from 5% to 18% over the same period.
- In 2010, more than one third of children and adolescents were overweight or obese.
- Overweight is defined as having excess body weight for a particular height from fat, muscle, bone, water, or a combination of these factors. Obesity is defined as having excess body fat.
- Overweight and obesity are the result of “caloric imbalance”—too few calories expended for the amount of calories consumed—and are affected by various genetic, behavioral, and environmental factors.
To read more about the effects of childhood obesity follow this link to the featured CDC article. Childhood Obesity in the United States
Does the state you live in have a direct correlation to the rates of obesity among children?
Dissolves Tooth Enamel
Sugar and acid in soft drinks easily dissolve tooth enamel. When tooth decay reaches the nerve, the root, and the area at the base of the tooth, the tooth may die and, if left untreated an abscess can develop.
These unfortunate events lead to dental caries (cavities) which are common in the U.S. according to the CDC, especially among children, adolescents and young adults between the ages of 2 and 19.
Heart Disease
Most soft drinks contain high fructose corn syrup, a sweetener that's recently come under considerable scrutiny. High fructose corn syrup has been associated with an increased risk of metabolic syndrome, a condition associated with an elevated risk of both diabetes and heart disease.
In 2006, more than one in every four deaths were caused by heart disease.
According to a 2010 CDC report, 597,689 deaths were attributed to heart disease, 193.6 deaths per 100,000 people and ranked heart disease as the number one cause for death in the United States. For more information on the statistics visit this link. CDC report 2010
Reproductive Issues
Soft drinks cans are coated with a resin that contains, BPA (bisphenol-A or 4,4'-(propane-2,2-diyl)diphenol). This is the same cancer causing chemical found in plastic, baby bottles, water bottles, and plastic containers that wreak havoc on the endocrine system, potentially cause premature puberty and reproductive abnormalities. It is estimated that approximately 99.9% of plastic bottles contain BPA.
Osteoporosis
Soft drinks contain phosphoric acid and a high phosphate diet has been associated with bone breakdown and an increased risk of osteoporosis. When phosphorous is excreted in the urine, it takes calcium with it, depriving the bones and the rest of the body of this important mineral.
80% of those affected by osteoporosis are women. 20% are men.
Increased risk of diabetes
Throughout this blog we have discussed the obvious causes for over consumption of sugar, but this one is a no-brainer. Those who drink more soda have an 80% increased risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Approximately 1 in 10 health care dollars is spent on diabetes.
Conclusion
We have seen that many diseases are linked to overconsumption of sodas and the growing rate of obesity that directly correlates to these problems. It is one thing to continually report the problems with society and diet, but it is yet another, if we address the problems with answers. I, along with several like-minded friends, believe that we can change our life issues with simple solutions and education.
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