...Harmful Effects of Soda Informative Essay Name Date Soda Pop It is a beautiful summer day. You are out by the pool enjoying some hot dogs and hamburgers with your family. Mom passes you an ice cold coca cola to wash down the food you just shoved down your throat. No big deal right? Most people don’t know how dangerous drinking soda can actually be. As children we grow up drinking soda with every meal not really worrying about the side effects or the damage it has on our bodies. In most families soda is the norm. It tastes good, therefore it is good. Soda can do some very horrid damage to your teeth that you would not be able to imagine. Some researchers say that as soon as the first three minutes of consumption soda can be as destructive to your teeth as drinking battery fluid (Dentistry.net). So what actually happens when we put coca cola into our bodies? I’ll tell you. In the first ten minutes of drinking one can of coke 10 teaspoons of sugar enter your system. One can of Coke alone has enough sugar to fulfill the FDA’s recommended daily intake. Ten minutes later your blood sugar rises creating a boost in insulin. By the fortieth minute the caffeine in the drink is fully absorbed causing your pupils to dilate and your blood pressure to rise. At this point the brain has blocked your adenosine receptors, preventing drowsiness (Meredith). Caffeine is a highly addictive drug that most people use to wake them up and get a little boost of energy when feeling tired. Consuming...
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...Diet Soda, Good or Bad? Edward Muna COMM/215 August 22, 2011 Mary Ann Troy Diet Soda, Good or Bad? Would you like some water? No thanks, what do you have that is diet? One of the easiest ways to lose weight and control calories is by switching to something diet. On average, a normal soda pop runs roughly around 150 to 200 calories per can, and that depends on the size. Remember the movie, “Supersize Me”. So you decided a long time ago to go with artificial sweeteners and after a while you didn’t even notice the difference between the two. You get zero calories and sometimes zero carbs and both taste buds and body are happy. It is a win-win situation. Not so fast. Drinking excessive amounts of diet soda may increase the risk of disease; therefore we should drink healthy drinks instead of artificially sweetened beverages. Disease and Health Risks Diet soda is harmful and produces dangerous side effects. Heavy diet drinkers may increase their risk of serious diseases. A new study by US researchers links diet soda to increased risk of vascular events (including ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, which is caused by rupture of a weakened blood vessel), though reasons are still unclear. The scientists said people who drank diet soda every day had a 61 per cent higher risk of vascular events than those who did not. Does this mean that there's something in diet sodas that hurts our blood vessels? Nobody knows the answer to that question yet. Investigators...
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...| Objectives: 1. Do Diet Sodas help you lose weight? 2. If so, how? If not, why? 3. Are there harmful side effects from ingredients in diet soda? Outline: * Type two diabetes * Metabolic syndrome * Risk of heart attack * Risk of stroke * Diet drinks have an effect that gets you addicted * Diet drinks does not help weight loss * Diet drinks makes you gain weight The beginning of diet sodas was in 1952. It was designed for diabetics, not dieters, and distribution remained local. In 1962, Dr Pepper released a diet version of its soda. In 1963, the Coca-Cola Company joined the diet soda market with Tab, which proved to be a huge success. Coca-Cola countered by releasing Diet Coke in 1982. After the release of Diet Coke, Tab took a backseat on the Coca-Cola production lines, because Diet Coke could be more easily identified by consumers as associated with Coca-Cola than Tab. By the early 1990s, a wide variety of different companies had their own diet sodas on supermarket shelves. By 2002, some soda companies had diversified to include such flavors as vanilla and lemon among their products, and diet sodas were soon being produced with those flavors as well. For example: Diet Vanilla Coke, and Diet Pepsi Vanilla. Although diet sodas are very tasty there are not healthy for you and does not help you lose weight. In fact it is said that diet sodas is a higher risk of obesity than drinking regular sodas. Diet sodas have ingredients such as citric...
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...| Objectives: 1. Do Diet Sodas help you lose weight? 2. If so, how? If not, why? 3. Are there harmful side effects from ingredients in diet soda? Outline: * Type two diabetes * Metabolic syndrome * Risk of heart attack * Risk of stroke * Diet drinks have an effect that gets you addicted * Diet drinks does not help weight loss * Diet drinks makes you gain weight The beginning of diet sodas was in 1952. It was designed for diabetics, not dieters, and distribution remained local. In 1962, Dr Pepper released a diet version of its soda. In 1963, the Coca-Cola Company joined the diet soda market with Tab, which proved to be a huge success. Coca-Cola countered by releasing Diet Coke in 1982. After the release of Diet Coke, Tab took a backseat on the Coca-Cola production lines, because Diet Coke could be more easily identified by consumers as associated with Coca-Cola than Tab. By the early 1990s, a wide variety of different companies had their own diet sodas on supermarket shelves. By 2002, some soda companies had diversified to include such flavors as vanilla and lemon among their products, and diet sodas were soon being produced with those flavors as well. For example: Diet Vanilla Coke, and Diet Pepsi Vanilla. Although diet sodas are very tasty there are not healthy for you and does not help you lose weight. In fact it is said that diet sodas is a higher risk of obesity than drinking regular sodas. Diet sodas have ingredients such as citric...
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...that huge cup that you will use to fill with your loved soda, right? You may think that it will only make you a little bit fatter and that it will not bring many problems for you, right? This is totally wrong. Many people, and even me, love soda and drink it just because it tastes good, but why is so harmful for your body and what kind of problems can bring for us? First I will tell you what you can find in a normal can of soda and second I will inform you of some problems that you may get drinking it. In the composition of soda, you can find preservatives (substances that have to keep the soda good to drink), antioxidants, liquids that color the soda, stabilizers, flavoring and aromatic substances, among other unhealthy substances. If it weren't for the economic powers and the clear interests of certain sectors, soda should carry a warning label similar to the one that cigarettes have. Like drugs and cigarettes, soda may bring many harmful effects to the human body. Too much soda consumption increases the risk of suffering from osteoporosis, due to the action of phosphoric acid, which prevents calcium absorption, weakening our bones. A study made by Tufts University found that people who drank only three sodas per week had an average 4 percent bone loss (in regions such as the hips) than the group of people who took in another type of drink. Many kids today face a big problem that soda and others products may bring, which is obesity. The consumption...
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...the same can be said about diet soda or any diet soft drink that uses artificial sweeteners. Diet soda is very popular amongst dieters everywhere who watch their calorie intake. Although diet soda is free of calories, it is certainly not free of health side effects. The three major side effects of drinking two or more diet sodas per-day, include Kidney damage, weight gain, and enamel tooth damage. According to Earth Clinic - Folk Remedies and Holistic Cures, a 2009 Nurses Health Study of 3,256 women found a 30% drop in the level of kidney function of those women who drank two or more 12oz drinks of diet sodas daily. “This means that the women who drank two or more diet sodas per-day had 30% less kidney blood filtering ability than those who drank regular sodas or other soft drinks”(Earth Clinic). After considerations were made of other factors that may have affected the participants, like diabetes or high blood pressure, the 30% drop in kidney function was still very noticeable. The sweeteners used in diet soda, may scar the kidney tissue over time, which results in lower kidney function. Unlike the liver, the kidneys lack the ability to repair its self. Kidney damage is permanent. To avoid this, stay away from diet drinks that contain the artificial sweetener aspartame, this is marketed as ‘NutraSweet, Equal, and Spoonful’. In addition, there is a weight gain risk in consuming diet soft drinks. As odd as it may sound, it is a fact that diet soda is tied to an increased risk...
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...ELA Science Fair Research Paper Soda has been around for as long as people can remember. More than 100 years ago to be exact. It started when Joseph Priestly invented carbonated water by putting this mix of carbon dioxide on top of a vat of fizzing beer. From then on, soda was used to cure people in the 19th century. It was used in local pharmacies and for medical treatment (author unknown, 2015). Following, soda then become a satisfying beverage with too many flavors to count. Lemon lime, orange, grape and many more. This yummy drink had people fooled for many years. Now soda is a big mixture of fake flavors, carbonated sugar water, and a big lake of acids and chemicals (Nocito,2013). Sodas ingredients used to be made with all natural flavors that were not only good for you, but yummy and satisfying as well. It was a blend of fruits and vegetables along with seltzer and herbs. It also contained syrups of all different flavors. No one could resist this bubbling drink. Containing only a pinch of sugar, it wasn't as bad for a person's health than store bought sodas. For its sweetener, the soda used organic honey. It makes people wonder why there was big transition from healthy to unhealthy....
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...Have you ever ate a delicious meal and washed it down with a cold refreshing Coke? Does it quench your thirst and drive you to drink more. The fizz bubbling in your mouth, the smooth taste running down your throat. The sensation it gives when it hits your stomach! Who cares if it’s filled with calories and makes you fat? Coke soda mesmerizes our health consciousness. Why worry about working out, and trying to get a six pack when you can purchase one at super value? According to The Coco Cola Company this drink has a rich history and it brings people together. The Company itself is good corporate citizen. From its inception it has always supported the community and people in need. The beverage is served in the comfort of our home, after dinner, at work after a business meeting, or even when we socialize with friends. Whatever the setting is , it brings a great feeling to everyone that puts their lips to a glass, bottle or can. However, Beyond the surface of this great invention are some shocking revelations. These Shocking Discoveries will change your whole outlook of The Coco Cola Beverage. The Basic Ingredients in a Coke soda includes : 3 grams of Coco Leaf Extract; Citric Acid, the Kola Nut ( which produces caffine a very addictive ingredient, sugar water; lime juice, vanilla and Caramel. The Story of this product began in 1885 with an alcoholic beverage called Pemberton’s French wine Coca. It was created by a Pharmacist named John Smith Permberton...
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...Using Green Cleaning Products—Facts and Myths Why should I use green cleaning products? There are a variety of reasons families should consider using green cleaning products in their homes, from health to environmental impacts. Regular household chemicals used in cleaning supplies can be harmful to your health. Consider these statistics: A 15 year study in Oregon, comparing women who didn't work outside the home with women who did, found a 54% higher death rate from cancer in the women who stayed at home. The study suggested that chronic exposure to cleaning products played a role. (The Seventh Generation Guide to a Toxin Free Home) EPA studies of human exposure to air pollutants indicate that indoor air levels of many pollutants may be 2-5 times, and occasionally, more than 100 times higher than outdoor levels. Cleaning products and other household products are among the culprits (Environmental Protection Agency-EPA). Approximately 85,000 chemicals are in use today. According to the Breast Cancer Fund, complete toxicological screening data is available for only 7% of these chemicals, and more than 90% have never been tested for their effects on human health. (Breast Cancer Fund) Household cleaning products rank among the most toxic everyday substances to which people are exposed. Most chemical brands are not safe. Some especially toxic household cleaners include ammonia, chlorine bleach, aerosol propellants, detergents, petroleum distillates and toluene. Many of these substances...
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...Harmful food Certain foods can induce a state of horror in nutritionists. Even the mere thought of them coming within a whisker of your lips will create panic, if not a stern "don't you know how bad that is for you?" While a nutritionist's reaction may seem extreme, the fact is that these are not "real" foods. They have been subjected to excessive modern processing and are full of man-made ingredients, rendering them so unrecognisable from their original form that your body simply doesn't know what to do with them. Regularly eating these foods creates a toxic build-up that wreaks havoc on your health, as an impressive body of scientific studies show. Truth be told, there are foods that, for the sake of health and longevity, we should not be eating at all, or, at the very least, eating only rarely. As our consumption of these foods has increased over the years, so have the incidences of obesity, diabetes and heart disease, three of the most deadly diseases worldwide. Three white devils Among the nutrition-savvy, these are said to be the root of all evil when it comes to health. While these foods may seem relatively benign compared to the rest of the list, they are most dangerous when eaten regularly - and for many people, that is the case. They also play a large part in many heavily processed foods, meaning that if you avoid these (and start checking ingredient lists), you will quite naturally find yourself avoiding most dangerous foods. Your health and waistline will thank...
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...businesses attempt to communicate to all their target customers using means of communication like advertising and sales promotion. Advertising is very powerful and most commonly used tool. The term ethics in business involves “morality, organizational ethics and professional deontology” (Isaac, cited in Bergadaa, 2007). Every industry has its own guidelines for the ethical requirements. However, the principal four requirements for marketing communications are to be legal, decent, honest and truthful. Unfortunately, in a society where the course of action of the companies is determined by profit targets the use of marketing communications messages “may constitute a form of social pollution through the potentially damaging and unintended effects it may have on consumer decision making” (Hackly and Kitchen, 1999). Advertisement...
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...INT1 Natural Science Task 3 | Ice Melting Experiment and Analysis ------------------------------------------------- Objective The objective of this experiment is to test the melting point of ice against different variables. I will use a control of ice against air and test this next to ice in water, sugar on ice, salt on ice and Baking Soda on ice. By measuring the melting time of each element on an ice cube I will be able to tell which element affects ice’s melting properties at what rate. Everyday we use chemical mixtures to melt ice that affects our roadways. A lot of these chemical mixtures are harmful to our waterways, and can pollute the environment. I believe its important to look for alternatives that can both help our roads from freezing in the winter while being kind to the environment. Industry Literature Review There are many different chemicals used in commercial ice melters that are made for our roads. Commercial companies tend to test for what elements melt ice the fastest, thus, producing a “best working” product. It is the pressure from consumers that encourages companies to test for possible harmful effects on the environment by these products, and what is most environmentally friendly. Ossain Inc. serves customers word wide with products designed around different needs for the type of ice melter needed. Their opinion on the ice melting industry is that the majority of ice melting companies have no research and development, they tend to be fertilizer...
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...getting into the soft drink market besides obvious financial issues. Some of the variables influencing entry into this highly competitive market, among other factors, are rising food prices, increasing transportation costs due to raises in oil prices, and an overall decline in consumer spending (IMAP Consumer Staples Report, 2013). Also, I disagree that the American’s “health kick” is just a passing fad as indicated in the textbook. There are more and more reports pointing out the health risks and harmful effects of drinking soda, even diet soda. There are ongoing movements in the nation’s school systems to remove soft drinks from public schools in an attempt to fight the obesity problem in America, and to change the culture of making decisions to consume more healthy choices which will have a lasting impact on the future of the soft drink industry over time. Drinking soft drinks leads to not only obesity, but also diabetes and other health issues, not to mention the adverse effects on dental health. If I were on the board of directors in that meeting on the day the CEO wanted a decision that day, I would have voted no because I would insist on more time to do more studies and financial tests and considerations. References IMAP Consumer Staples Report. (2013). Economic slowdown nivvled at food & beverage sector. Retrieved from...
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...any type of drink they want. The proposal prohibits the sale of any cup or bottle of sweetened drink larger than 16 fluid ounces. There are many reasons for restricting the sale and quantity of sodas in New York and this regulation is really just a wise decision that made public health one of the priorities in the City of New York. One reason we should ban selling the popular sugary drinks is that the consumption of big amounts cause obesity and other health diseases. Research has demonstrated a direct relationship between consumption of sugary drinks and an increase in the risk of overweight and obesity, which in turn promote many health conditions including: hypertension, coronary heart disease, type 2 diabetes, stroke, gall bladder disease, osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, respiratory problems, some cancers (endometrial, breast, and colon), and dyslipidemia (CDC, 2006). Although one of the national health objectives is to reduce the prevalence of obesity among adults, current data indicate that the circumstances are worsening (MMWR, 2006). This is particularly problematic because most of the daily calories come from sodas, energy drinks, sports drinks, fruit drinks and sweetened bottled waters. These beverages don’t provide any nutritional value to a regular diet. In fact, the soda contributes with no protein, fat, fiber, vitamins or minerals. It only may add carbohydrates that causes people to eat less nutrient foods and have an overall lifestyle that is less health oriented...
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...concentration. Each change of 1 in pH scale corresponds to a change of 10 in [H3O+].”(Tro, 2015). Acids are substances that can donate a hydrogen ion in water; bases are substances that can accept a hydrogen ion or produce hydroxide ion in water. The amount of hydrogen ion donated or accepted determines the strength of the acid or base. Variables: The independent variable would be the substances being tested. The dependent variable would be the pH of each substance. The control variables are the temperature, the volume of the pH indicator and the pH indicator itself. Materials and Equipment Bleach Window Cleaner Fruit Juice Milk A bathroom cleaner Shampoo Hand soap Laundry detergent Tap water Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) Vinegar (acetic acid) Soda (not club soda or ginger ale) Coffee Alka-Seltzer Tablet Three other household chemicals of your choice Spoon Red Cabbage A sauce pan with lid Tongs Thermometer Party Cups (test tubes) Wooden Toothpicks Volume Measuring Glassware Distilled...
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