Due to too much sugar, soft drinks can cause problems like obesity and diabetes, and prevent children from learning to consume fruits and natural juices, which have important nutrients for proper growth.
These drinks are rich in sugar, dyes, caffeine and sodium, substances that raise blood pressure and cause problems of irritation and lack of sleep. Also know what not to give Baby to eat until age 3.
1. Soda harms your teeth
Soft drinks damage teeth because they have very acidic pH, which damages the enamel of the teeth. In addition, the excess sugar from these beverages also increases the chances of cavities.
2. Increases the risk of developing diabetes and obesity
Soft drinks are beverages rich in fructose, a sugar that is linked to increased insulin resistance, a problem that causes diabetes. In addition, the excess sugar from these beverages also favors weight gain and the chance of developing obesity.
3. Increases flatulence and abdominal discomfort
The gases present in the refrigerants increase flatulence and abdominal discomfort by distending the intestine, causing pain and discomfort.
In addition, the gases also worsen gastritis and can cause gastroesophageal reflux, as they inflame the stomach and favor the food back into the esophagus, causing burning.
4. Causes insomnia and changes in pressure
Cola-type soft drinks can cause insomnia and increased pressure when consumed in excess by containing caffeine as children are more sensitive to it.
5. Increased tiredness and irritability
Soft drinks have dyes and sweeteners that irritate the gut and decrease the absorption of vitamins and minerals important for the body's metabolism.
How to replace soft drinks
The best choices to replace soft drinks is to offer children water, coconut water, natural fruit juices and iced teas. A good strategy is not to have soft drinks at home, nor to order these drinks when eating out.
To improve the acceptance of fruit juice, you can use colored cups and straw and frozen fruit pieces instead of ice, because the child is attracted by the colors. In addition, you can mix fruits and create new flavors, and it is also important to avoid using sugar so that they become accustomed to the natural sweet flavor of the fruit.
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