{"id":71547,"date":"2025-03-20T14:51:42","date_gmt":"2025-03-20T14:51:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=71547"},"modified":"2025-03-20T14:51:42","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T14:51:42","slug":"benefits-of-not-drinking-soda","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Not Drinking Soda or Why This Sugary Beverage Is Worth Quitting"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#What_Are_the_Main_Benefits_of_Not_Drinking_Soda\" >What Are the Main Benefits of Not Drinking Soda?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#You_may_lose_some_weight\" >You may lose some weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Your_skin_may_get_better\" >Your skin may get better\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Your_teeth_may_look_whiter\" >Your teeth may look whiter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#You_gain_more_energy\" >You gain more energy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Is_It_Healthy_to_Not_Drink_Soda\" >Is It Healthy to Not Drink Soda?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#What_Happens_to_My_Body_When_I_Stop_Drinking_Soda\" >What Happens to My Body When I Stop Drinking Soda?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#What_Are_Some_Other_Benefits_of_Not_Drinking_Soda\" >What Are Some Other Benefits of Not Drinking Soda?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#How_Much_Weight_Will_I_Lose_if_I_Stop_Drinking_Soda_for_30_Days\" >How Much Weight Will I Lose if I Stop Drinking Soda for 30 Days?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#How_to_Stop_Drinking_Soda\" >How to Stop Drinking Soda<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#What_Happens_if_I_Only_Drink_Water\" >What Happens if I Only Drink Water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Is_soda_worse_than_alcohol\" >Is soda worse than alcohol?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Does_quitting_soda_help_improve_skin_complexion\" >Does quitting soda help improve skin complexion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Will_I_lose_belly_fat_if_I_stop_drinking_soda\" >Will I lose belly fat if I stop drinking soda?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#Is_Coke_Zero_bad_for_you\" >Is Coke Zero bad for you?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-not-drinking-soda\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Craving soda is normal as it contains many enticing chemicals that make it taste great. Whether you\u2019re at the cinema or hanging out at a party with friends, soda may add to the overall vibe, making you feel connected.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Not_Drinking_Soda\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even popular commercials depict soda as an optimal sweet drink for jubilant gatherings. Drinking it once in a while won\u2019t put you at significant risk of health conditions, but when it turns into habitual drinking of high-sugar beverages, new problems may occur.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nutrition\/data-statistics\/sugar-sweetened-beverages-intake.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">highlight side effects that come with drinking sugary beverages, such as weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, gout, and non-alcoholic liver disease (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/nutrition\/data-statistics\/sugar-sweetened-beverages-intake.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, the benefits of not drinking soda, or why this sugary beverage is worth quitting will be reviewed in this article.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition, you\u2019ll uncover how to stop drinking soda and how much weight you may lose if you quit drinking sweet beverages for 30 days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Main_Benefits_of_Not_Drinking_Soda\"><\/span><b>What Are the Main Benefits of Not Drinking Soda?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The benefits of not drinking soda for a month or longer include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may lose some weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your skin may get better\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your teeth may look whiter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You gain more energy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_may_lose_some_weight\"><\/span><b>You may lose some weight<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s face it, soda has no essential nutritional value but often contains lots of added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and high-fructose corn syrup. For example, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one 12-ounce serving of cola contains approximately:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Calories: 155<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fat: 0.93 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein: 0 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carbohydrates: 38.7 grams<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sugars: 37 grams (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nutritionix.com\/food\/coca-cola\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Health states that soda could cause weight gain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu\/healthy-drinks\/sugary-drinks\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). How does this happen? When a person drinks soda, they don\u2019t feel full from the number of calories they ingest compared to solid food. In addition, drinking soda perpetuates more eating. That\u2019s why people who drink soda may overeat, even though they are no longer hungry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It all impacts your weight. Once you cut back on soda, it can positively reflect on your weight, which will likely decrease as you won\u2019t be consuming empty calories. This could help you stop overeating. One study has shown that reducing soda intake decreases the risk of obesity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/10.1111\/obr.12040\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This applies to all sodas, including low-calorie and zero-sugar.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people may ask themselves \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/if-i-stop-drinking-diet-soda-will-i-lose-belly-fat\/\">If I stop drinking diet soda will I lose belly fat?<\/a>\u201d. The answer is simple: yes, it\u2019s possible because the sweeteners that are found in sodas tend to contribute to increases in belly fat, so decreasing your intake of them and substituting soda with water could help you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-to-eat-to-lose-belly-fat-in-1-week\/\">lose belly fat<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combination of positive habits, such as good sleep, regular exercise, nutritious meals, and elimination of highly processed sugary foods and drinks could help a person lose body weight, including visceral fat (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rush.edu\/news\/losing-belly-fat\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Not_Drinking_Soda\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70233\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/smoothie-weight-loss-plan-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Benefits Of Not Drinking Soda\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/smoothie-weight-loss-plan.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/smoothie-weight-loss-plan-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/smoothie-weight-loss-plan.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/smoothie-weight-loss-plan-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/smoothie-weight-loss-plan.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_skin_may_get_better\"><\/span><b>Your skin may get better\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A 2019 study indicated that the consumption of soft drinks can increase the risk of acne in adolescents (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30274928\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Therefore, if you eliminate soda intake, your skin may clear up, leading to a better complexion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you don\u2019t see any changes in your skin when you quit soda for a while, it\u2019s important to remember that there are many possible causes for skin problems. In this case, you\u2019ll need to talk to a dermatologist who could provide you with professional help.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Your_teeth_may_look_whiter\"><\/span><b>Your teeth may look whiter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental damage from the regular consumption of sugary beverages has been studied (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5771309\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). It was found that the consumption of sugary beverages contributes to the erosion of your teeth. That\u2019s why when you stop drinking soda, your teeth may appear whiter and cleaner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_gain_more_energy\"><\/span><b>You gain more energy<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to one study, the consumption of soft drinks worsens your general health due to the influx of unnecessary caffeine and sugar content. As you cut back on sodas and other sugary beverages, your energy levels will tend to improve, particularly when you replace soda with water (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s40368-019-00458-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_It_Healthy_to_Not_Drink_Soda\"><\/span><b>Is It Healthy to Not Drink Soda?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is healthy to avoid drinking soda as this sweet beverage causes weight gain, tooth problems, and skin issues, in addition to making you crave more food. Drinking soda is also linked to cardiovascular problems and type 2 diabetes (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s40368-019-00458-0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s recommended to quit drinking sodas in general, particularly when this drink is present as part of your daily routine. The habitual consumption of soft drinks could make your health worse over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to lose weight, improve your skin and tooth health, and generally be more energetic, you can substitute cola with water, which contains no sugar or other added sweeteners.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>The BetterMe: Health Coaching app will provide you with a host of fat-frying fitness routines that\u2019ll scare the extra pounds away and turn your body into a masterpiece! <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Not_Drinking_Soda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Get your life moving in the right direction<\/a> with BetterMe!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_to_My_Body_When_I_Stop_Drinking_Soda\"><\/span><b>What Happens to My Body When I Stop Drinking Soda?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in your body will depend on how often you consume soda. Individuals who drink it daily may initially feel bad and unusual due to the caffeine content in soda being removed from their diet. Caffeine withdrawal may temporarily result in unpleasant symptoms, such as irritation, fatigue, or even depression (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28613541\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, such symptoms typically only apply to heavy soda drinkers who can\u2019t imagine a single meal without consuming a sweetened beverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to occasional soda drinkers, they may feel cravings but over time this desire to consume soda passes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, people often start to notice positive body changes within the first couple of months. As previously mentioned, this could lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreased food cravings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased weight loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improved energy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduced risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/zero-calorie-drinks-for-intermittent-fasting\/\">7 Zero Calorie Drinks for Intermittent Fasting (And a Few More to Avoid)<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_Other_Benefits_of_Not_Drinking_Soda\"><\/span><b>What Are Some Other Benefits of Not Drinking Soda?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An additional benefit of removing soda from your daily routine is improved sleep. Research published in 2016 showed the link between shortened sleep duration and soda consumption. The important factor seems to be the caffeine content in soda (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleephealthjournal.org\/article\/S2352-7218(16)30087-0\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The list of improvements continues to develop as you eliminate soda from your routine. If you sleep better, you have more energy the next day. Therefore, an additional benefit of not drinking soda is your energy levels will improve once you return to enjoying more high-quality sleep.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another perk of avoiding soda is the decreased risk of osteoporosis. One study showed that a high consumption of soft drinks is associated with an increased risk of fracture (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/2\/530\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drinking no soda at all ensures it cannot negatively impact the health of your heart and blood pressure. According to a study, adolescents who replaced soda with reduced-fat milk demonstrated reduced blood pressure <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and potential cardiometabolic benefits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdpi.com\/2072-6643\/12\/2\/405\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n    <section class=\"ad-select-gender\">\n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-wrapper\">\n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"MaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/MaleImage.webp\">\n    \n            <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text mobile-hide\">\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n                <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n                    Select your gender\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n                <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n    \n            <img class=\"ad-select-gender-image\" alt=\"FemaleImage\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/themes\/gridlove-child\/assets\/img\/ad\/FemaleImage.webp\">\n        <\/div>\n    \n        <div class=\"ad-select-gender-text desktop-hide mobile-block\">\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-desc\">Get your <span class=\"green f-600\">personal plan<\/span> according to your age and BMI<\/div>\n          <div class=\"ad-select-gender-title f-600\">\n            Select your gender\n          <\/div>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Male<\/a>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&utm_source=Blog&utm_medium=Blog&utm_campaign=Shortcod2\" class=\"btn-ad btn-green\" target=\"_blank\">Female<\/a>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Weight_Will_I_Lose_if_I_Stop_Drinking_Soda_for_30_Days\"><\/span><b>How Much Weight Will I Lose if I Stop Drinking Soda for 30 Days?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a publication from the University of Utah, a person who eliminates soda can lose approximately a pound per week (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/healthcare.utah.edu\/the-scope\/health-library\/all\/2019\/03\/health-hack-lose-weight-cutting-soda\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it\u2019s hard to define the exact number of calories a person can lose because other factors contribute to weight loss, such as high sleep quality, improved stress management, an active lifestyle (especially a strength training routine), nutritious foods, hydration, and a daily <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/why-am-i-not-losing-weight-in-a-calorie-deficit\/\">calorie deficit<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe is your fast-track ticket to long-lasting weight loss! Tailor your fitness journey and <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Not_Drinking_Soda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maximize your results<\/a> with just a couple of swipes!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Stop_Drinking_Soda\"><\/span><b>How to Stop Drinking Soda<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most effective way to stop drinking soda is to replace it with healthier alternatives. And no, the options aren\u2019t only limited to plain water (which is still a winner, by the way).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great healthy alternatives to soda include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sparkling water with no added sugars<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding lemon or berries to water<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coconut water or <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/kombucha-weight-loss\/\">kombucha<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to finding alternatives, making lifestyle changes is essential.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid getting too hungry. For example, have a savory, satiating breakfast and healthier snacks if you feel hungry between meals.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Distract yourself. A good option is to take a 10-minute walk. Drink water if you think you\u2019re hungry. Sometimes a simple glass of water will reduce your cravings.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to reduce the intake of soda gradually. It may be difficult to cut back on something enticing and sweet. People who quit smoking promptly can face adverse effects, such as anxiety and irritation and the same is true when people stop consuming caffeine or soda. Quitting it gradually could soften the blow without evoking any unpleasant conditions. For example, instead of drinking soda at each meal, a person could try to reduce the intake to just 1 or 2 glasses a day as a first step.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-quitting-caffeine\/\">7 Benefits of Quitting Caffeine, and What To Drink Instead<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Happens_if_I_Only_Drink_Water\"><\/span><b>What Happens if I Only Drink Water?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/healthy-ways-to-flavor-water\/\">Drinking water<\/a> without any sugar added is essential to a quality life characterized by good health. According to Harvard Medical School, the foremost benefits of drinking water are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carrying nutrients and oxygen to your cells<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flushing bacteria from your bladder<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cushioning joints<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improving digestion<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protecting organs and tissues<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining electrolyte (sodium) balance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing constipation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulating blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Normalizing body temperature (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/how-much-water-should-you-drink\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see, your body needs water. As long as you stay well hydrated by drinking water and avoiding sugary beverages, you may reduce the risk of weight gain. This ultimately decreases the chances of severe health conditions such as obesity or heart disease. Swapping soda with water is the best decision for every person who wants to support their well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Not_Drinking_Soda\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-69055\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4898-detox-smoothies-recipes-to-lose-weight-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Benefits Of Not Drinking Soda\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4898-detox-smoothies-recipes-to-lose-weight.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4898-detox-smoothies-recipes-to-lose-weight-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4898-detox-smoothies-recipes-to-lose-weight.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4898-detox-smoothies-recipes-to-lose-weight-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/4898-detox-smoothies-recipes-to-lose-weight.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_soda_worse_than_alcohol\"><\/span><strong>Is soda worse than alcohol?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When comparing soda and alcohol, alcohol is more harmful to health as it\u2019s more toxic and can cause immediate harm, poisoning, and toxification. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The immediate risks of alcohol can be more severe, but the effects of sugar are often more subtle and it might lead to chronic diseases over time if you abuse it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_quitting_soda_help_improve_skin_complexion\"><\/span><strong>Does quitting soda help improve skin complexion?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your skin may look more healthy and youthful when you stop drinking sodas as the sugar that\u2019s found in soda could be the cause of acne breakouts. Therefore, the elimination of sugary beverages could make your skin clearer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_I_lose_belly_fat_if_I_stop_drinking_soda\"><\/span><strong>Will I lose belly fat if I stop drinking soda?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a high possibility you could lose fat when you stop drinking soda. You won\u2019t only reduce your sugar intake, you\u2019ll also reduce additional food cravings that come with soda consumption.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Coke_Zero_bad_for_you\"><\/span><strong>Is Coke Zero bad for you?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coke Zero is bad for you as it contains artificial sweeteners. Its abuse can also lead to weight gain, heart problems, and other unpleasant conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Benefits_Of_Not_Drinking_Soda\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article has reviewed the main benefits of not drinking soda or why this sugary beverage is worth quitting. The high consumption of soda is linked to a number of health conditions, such as weight gain, skin issues, overeating, heart disease, and obesity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, people who cut back on cola or other soft drinks may lose weight, sleep better, improve their skin health, have whiter teeth, and lessen their food cravings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to quit drinking soda is to look for alternatives or make this process less challenging by reducing soda intake gradually.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Craving soda is normal as it contains many enticing chemicals that make it taste great. Whether you\u2019re at the cinema or hanging out at a party with friends, soda may add to the overall vibe, making you feel connected.\u00a0 Even popular commercials depict soda as an optimal sweet drink for jubilant gatherings. 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