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A sip for nostalgia’s sake or a quick caffeine hit can lead back to a three-a-day habit.

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Once you drop the fizzy stuff, you’re going to feel so much better.

But diet soda is also associated with weight gainit’s just more passive-aggressive about it.

It can actually send some people searching for more food, out of lack of satisfaction."

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But diet sodas are especially treacherous for your gutand the far-reaching bodily systems it affects.

You’ll have more energy

No shocker here: Thecaffeinein soda is not your friend.

For more, don’t miss15 Reasons You Should Never Drink Diet Soda.

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