Diet Soda makes you Fat

Many people believe switching from regular soda to diet soda is beneficial. New studies show that diet will increase your risk of becoming overweight in the long run. Additionally, Coca-Cola is phasing out a controversial additive that has been linked to damage to DNA and hyperactivity in children. This additive is called Sodium benzoate (E211). There are also other artificial colors and additives that are controversial.

Tips to stop:

-If your going to drink pop, drink regular, except only drink half as much as you would normally drink. Maybe a 1/4 if you can. Slowly cut your soda intake down over time and you should lose the craving.

-Switch to 100% juice. There is still a lot of sugar in juice so you want to watch your intake. However, it is a much better alternative to soda.

-When you are thirsty or have a craving, drink a cold glass of water and see if it will go away.

-If you don't buy soda and have it in your house, then you cannot conveniently drink it. Just don't buy soda for your home. If you are at home and have a craving, you are less likely to go out and make a special trip just for soda.


Over time of cutting your consumpion you will crave it less and less. Just keep in mind it takes time, so never give up!


Links:

http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20050613/drink-more-diet-soda-gain-more-weight

http://www.emaxhealth.com/11/586.html

http://www.lightparty.com/Health/DietCokeAspartame.html