Patient Resource Bibliography: Soda, Diet Drinks, and Health
Below is a curated list of trusted medical and scientific sources discussing how sugar-sweetened beverages and artificially sweetened (diet) sodas affect health, metabolism, and weight. All articles/links are active at the time of publication, but this is subject to change. This is for general education purposes only. Please do not make any dietary modification without the guidance and supervision of your healthcare provider.
1. Artificially Sweetened Beverages Beyond the Metabolic Risks: A Systematic Review
Source: Cureus
Full text: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9891650/
2. Is Diet Soda a Healthy Choice?
Source: University Hospitals
Link: https://www.uhhospitals.org/blog/articles/2024/06/think-diet-soda-is-a-healthy-choice-think-again
3. Sad but True: Diet Sodas Are Bad for Your Health
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Link: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/3-reasons-you-should-kick-your-diet-soda-habit
4. Diet Soda and Cancer Risk: What you should know
Source: MD Anderson Cancer Center
5. Water Intake of Diet Drinks Associated with Two-Fold Rate of Diabetes Remission in Women
Source: American Diabetes Association
6. Diet Soda Intake and Long-Term Increase in Waist Circumference Among Older Adults
Source: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4498394
7. Sugar-Sweetened Beverages Increase Fat Storage in Liver, Muscle, and Visceral Tissue
Source: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
Link: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916523026588
8. Diet Soda & Sugar-Sweetened Soda Consumption in Relation to Diet Quality
Source: Calif J Health Promot.
Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6428592
9. Zero Weight Loss From Zero-Calorie Drinks?
Source: Harvard Health Publishing – Harvard Medical School
Medical Disclaimer
The information provided in this resource is intended for general educational purposes only and should not be interpreted as medical or nutritional advice for any individual. Dietary recommendations, food choices, and nutrition strategies must be tailored to each person’s medical history, current health conditions, medications, allergies, and treatment plan. This material is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Patients should always consult their physician, registered dietitian, or other qualified healthcare provider before making any changes to their diet, fluid intake, or nutritional regimen, including the addition or removal of specific foods, beverages, supplements, or eating patterns. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking care because of information presented in this resource.