Re:Soda additive linked to thyroid toxicity may finally get ...
by jonhohle on Sunday November 05, 2023 @12:46AM
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Is that true for HFCS as well? Whenever I’m overseas and get real sugar sodas my teeth always feel much “fuzzier” by the end of the day. I never get that feeling with US corn-sweetened sodas.
Re:Soda additive linked to thyroid toxicity may finally get ...
by OldManAndTheCpp on Sunday November 05, 2023 @12:48AM
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Sodas also have acid in them directly, the first 3 ingredients in Coke Zero are:
> CARBONATED WATER, CARAMEL COLOR, PHOSPHORIC ACID, …
https://us.coca-cola.com/products/coca-cola-zero-sugar/coca-...
Re:Soda additive linked to thyroid toxicity may finally get ...
by Scoundreller on Sunday November 05, 2023 @01:50AM
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phosphoric acid is particularly bad because it yanks all the free calcium in any solution it comes in contact with (e.g. saliva). Calcium phosphate is then insoluble in water, so it then larglely flows right through you.
Not an expert, but I'm not sure if that makes sense? As I understand it, soda causes dental problems because bacteria in your mouth eat sugar, creating an acidic environment that erodes the enamel on your teeth, making it possible for cavities to form. Since Coke Zero doesn't contain sugar, I don't see why it would be a problem.
I wonder if you normally had regular 6 month or 12 month dental checkups, where they would clean built-up tartar off your teeth, and these were put on hold during the pandemic?