Diet soda: Is it bad for you?
Drinking a reasonable amount of diet soda a day, such as a can or two, is not likely to hurt you. The artificial sweeteners and other chemicals used in diet soda are safe for most people, and there is no evidence that these ingredients cause cancer. Some types of diet soda are even fortified with vitamins and minerals. But diet soda is not a health drink or a cure for weight loss. Although switching from regular soda to diet soda will save you calories, some studies suggest that drinking soda of any type leads to obesity and other health problems. And healthier choices abound. Start your day with a small glass of 100-percent fruit juice. Drink skim milk with meals. Sip water throughout the day. For variety, try sparkling water or enjoy a squirt of lemon or cranberry juice in your water. Save diet soda for an occasional treat.
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