We’ve been warned repeatedly that sugary beverages are bad for us and are associated with a variety of diseases, But the hows and whys have perhaps not been communicated clearly. So, before you reach for that next can of cola, consider this study in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry that shows the effects such drinks have on individual organs, as well as overall physical, molecular, and metabolic processes in the body.
Taking a closer look at sugar’s impact throughout the body takes on some urgency as multiple studies have shown increasing consumption of sugary drinks globally. That pattern, if sustained, could lead to growth in metabolic diseases like diabetes and obesity around the world.
