Drink water not Sugar-Sweetened Beverages (SSBs)

SSB Definition: Any drink sweetened with added sugar (white sugar, artificial sugar, honey, brown sugar, etc.)

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Examples of SSBs: soda, juice, sports or energy drinks, specialty drinks (milkshakes, sweetened smoothies, etc.)

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SSBs are the top source of added sugar in the US & are tied to the following health challenges:

  • Obesity
  • Type 2 diabetes
  • Heart disease
  • Kidney diseases
  • Non-alcoholic liver disease
  • Tooth decay and cavities
  • & Gout (type of arthritis)