Give Up Diet Soda, Lose Weight?
MSNBC has an interesting article online right now about 9 strategies to lose weight that were tested on a sample of people, and how much on average was lost. One of the tips that caught my eye was to stop drinking all soda, including diet.
Now, we all know sugary sodas are bad for you. They’re full of high fructose corn syrup and other chemicals. You can easily down 200 - 300 calories without thinking about it - and without becoming full.
But why diet soda? This article (from earlier this year) says that a study showed those who consumed diet sodas were more likely to be overweight. Specifically, a 41 percent increase in the chance of becoming overweight for each can of diet soda consumed (per day).
I’ve been a strictly diet soda drinker for ten years now, and I have to say if this was really the case, I would probably weigh 300 pounds. However, my weight is right in the middle of a healthy range. I did give up diet soda for a month to see if it made a difference - but the only thing I noticed was that I felt more sluggish. I didn’t lose an ounce!
It’s true that all the chemicals in diet soda are bad for you and probably won’t help you lose weight. Water really is best for weight loss - at least 8 glasses a day.
If you’re a diet soda drinker, I don’t think there’s any need to give it up. It’s not as unhealthy as some habits that are condoned in this country, like drinking and smoking. Let’s face it, if drinking diet soda is your worst vice, then you’re probably pretty well off!
Have you tried giving up diet drinks for weight loss? What was your experience? Let me know in the comments!
Claire
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6 opinions for Give Up Diet Soda, Lose Weight?
Miss Elle
Dec 7, 2007 at 9:41 pm
I gave up Diet Coke for about a month and dropped 10 lbs. Provided that was probably because of the water I was replacing it with… But it’s a great idea if you’re on your way to good health!
If you DO have trouble drinking water, try those Crystal Light flavor packets. They’re DELICIOUS and get me drinking water like no one’s business.
xoxo!
Claire
Dec 11, 2007 at 7:48 pm
Hey Miss Elle,
Wow, 10 lbs! That’s pretty impressive! I’m trying to drink more water, but just can’t give up the fizzy stuff - although I’m drinking far less than I used to.
I love Crystal Light. My favorite is the pink lemonade flavor. Something to pick up at the store next time I go :)
Leigh
Dec 13, 2007 at 2:52 pm
I’ve tried to give up Diet Soda as well and I didn’t lose a pound. I was very grumpy and sluggish though so back to Diet Soda it was for me, haha. I do try to drink more water than I used to though.
Claire
Dec 13, 2007 at 8:39 pm
We had the same experience, Leigh :) i love diet soda but I too am trying to drink more water. If only the bubbles and aspartame weren’t so delicious….
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harp
Jan 29, 2008 at 3:27 pm
I gave up soda when I was a teenager. I used to have alot of acne. Once I gave it up not only did my skin cleared up, it became more radient. Now I drink plenty of water and I am active and healthy. My opinion on diet or regular soda is to give it up. You will look better and be more active.
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