Drinking soda is harmful to your health and has immediate and long-term effects on the body. A single can contains 10 teaspoons of sugar—your entire daily limit—along with phosphorus for flavor. Within 20 minutes, blood sugar spikes, insulin rises, and the liver turns sugar into fat.
At 40 minutes, caffeine is fully absorbed, boosting blood flow and blocking fatigue. By 45 minutes, dopamine production increases, creating a feeling similar to a heroin high. After 50 minutes, minerals like magnesium, calcium, and zinc aid digestion, but these are soon lost through urine.
An hour later, energy surges and mood swings may begin. Over time, regular soda consumption depletes minerals needed for healthy bones, leading to their gradual breakdown. Researchers warn, “Soda is poison in a glass.”
