Decrease Your Risk of Developing Gout

The British Medical Journal found that men who drink two soft drinks per day (sweetened with fructose) have an 85% chance of developing gout, which is a painful uric acid buildup that usually occurs in the big toe.

A Good Reason to Avoid Energy Drinks

A study by the journal General Dentistry found that "energy drinks are far more likely to erode tooth enamel than regular and diet sodas, coffee blends, and sports drinks." Energy drinks have a low pH (meaning they are acidic) and contain sugars, acids, and sodium citrates. These ingredients make it harder for saliva to restore the correct pH balance. Raymond Martin, D.D.S., spokesman for the Academy of General Dentistry, recommends sipping these types of drinks through a straw to minimize the damage. After drinking energy drinks, swish with water to wash away any residue.