A new study suggests that having a daily soda may increase your risk of cancer.
The added sugar in beverages can cause problems with blood sugar levels.
Sugar is a risk factor for cancer due to its inflammation and fat build up.
According to research presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition, at least one sweetened beverage a day may be linked to an increased risk of cancer.
The researchers wanted to see if there was a correlation between the two.
They found that women who drank at least one sweetened drink a day were more likely to be diagnosed with cancer. The data shows that women who drink more than one sweet beverage a day have a higher risk.
According to the American Cancer Society, there has been a rise in the number of cases and deaths of people with cancer in the US.
Evidence shows that drinking alcohol and coffee are linked to higher risk of cancer of the bile duct.
According to Longgang Zhao, the lead author of the study and a PhD candidate at the University of South Carolina, cutting back on sugar sweetened drinks may reduce the risk of cancer.
According to a press release, replacing sugar-sweetened beverages with water and non-sugar-sweetened coffee or tea could lower the risk of hepatocellular cancer.
People who eat a lot of sugar are less sensitive to the hormones that regulate blood sugar. According to the researchers, both factors can have a negative effect on the health of the body.
The link between sweet drinks and cancer needs to be better understood. The study is limited because it doesn't show that sweet drinks cause cancer. It is not known if the link is true for men and younger women.
According to the presentation, understanding the risks could help people make better decisions about their daily beverage choices.
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