This Is What Happens When You Drink 2 Cans of Soda Every Week

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According to senior author M. Faadiel Essop, of Stellenbosch University, "Excess sugar consumption has surfaced as one of the most prominent global dietary changes during the past few decades and is considered a primary driver of cardiometabolic diseases onset."

Essop also points out the ugly truth that "sugar-sweetened beverage consumption is steadily rising among all age groups worldwide."

Of course, as with any other scientific study, there are a number of other factors to consider (such as weight gain, poor diet, etc.). However, one thing is very clear: soda plays a role in all of these detrimental health risks.

Essop urges people to take heed: "The findings demonstrate there is a clear need for public education about the harmful effects of excess consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages."

What about you: do you drink soda every day?

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