In the article, "America is catching on -- Soda sales drop dramatically as healthier choices continue to grow" by J.D. Heyes is about Americans cleaning up their health act by drinking less soda. Americans have finally seemed to have gotten the message about the consumption of too much soda and it's effects. You may wonder, how much is too much? or is this a healthy decision I am making?
Americans consuming less soda may have not been too much of a surprise after all. According to records, soda sales have been falling for about seven years now but these sales really cut edge when consumers made other choices of beverages to drink in 2011. According to sales data, people chose more coffee, teas, sports and energy drinks and bottled water over these killer soda and fruit juices. One of the reasons why soda sales were down was the cost grew about three percent last year making them difficult to afford. These prices mainly went up because of the sweeteners such as corn syrup and other raw materials contained in the drinks. Bottled water sales raised 4.1 % in 2011, compared to 3.5% in 2010. Of course, as expected there is a downside to consuming these sugary drinks. They include many health risks such as heart disease, stroke and diabetes. In fact, a recent study has found that by drinking one soda per day can increase heart risk in men, even if it isn't contributing to weight gain.
All in all, Americans have been improving their diet by drinking healthier beverages. Taking the challenge step by step can help. Especially since sales data results have shown that we've been on the right track consuming so far. I believe that this will be a challenge for some Americans because these sugary drinks are surrounded by us. Everywhere you look, you can find them. For example, at the deli, your local grocery, outside stands, restaurants and more. I think that we can get a little more motivated if we all learn the effects and tolls they can take on our bodies. I doubt anyone would anticipate becoming obese, or being diagnosed with heart disease, diabetes or having a stroke. I am a strong believer of picking up for my own actions. I would cut down drinking soda on behalf of this article. It encouraged me to do so. Before reading this article, I did not know that soda/sugary drinks could cause so much damage to my body. Also, in a way, it's great that these prices for soda have have increased throughout the years. This way, it becomes difficult for people to purchase these unhealthy refreshments. Besides, who needs soda when can enjoy water? Water hydrates, replenishes and gives your body energy. So the next time you think of drinking soda, try something healthier instead! It will benefit you later if not sooner on in life.
http://www.naturalnews.com/035359_soda_sales_plummet.html
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