Soda Health Risks: Diet vs. Regular & Side Effects

Soda consumption is linked to tooth decay, dehydration, and even lung issues. Understanding the difference between clear and dark sodas—and the effects of diet sodas on weight loss—is vital for making healthier drink choices.

The Phosphate Levels of Soft Drinks

Published Aug,17 2011 | By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

Phosphorus is the second most abundant mineral in the body, behind calcium. In your body it is primarily found in the form of phosphate. Every cell in your body needs phosphorus to function properly, but 85 percent of the phosphorus is stored in your bones.