There’s something especially satisfying about acarbonated beverage.
The bubbles practically burst inside your mouth, adding a signature fizz that makes sipping entirely more fun.
But can something that tastes so good actually be good for you, too?
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The research shows that, like most things, it depends.
Read on to learn what happens to your body, on bubbly.
You will be more hydrated.
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Contrary to our original gut instinct, carbonation does not negatively affecthydration.
Most carbonated drinks, it turns out, do still serve as thirst-quenchersevensoda.
That said, just because a bubbly drink can hydrate you doesn’t mean that it’s healthy.
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Especially these108 Most Popular Sodas Ranked by How Toxic They Are.
Your digestion will improve.
A carbonated drink can help with all parts of thedigestionprocess, from swallowing to relievingconstipation.
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Emergency physicianKristin Hughesexplains that bubbly beverages are known for their ability to improve swallowing.
If you love to drink carbonated beverages, here are5 Side Effects of Drinking Seltzer Every Day.
You might get bloated.
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Chances are you’ve experienced this side-effect of carbonation first-hand, after gulping down a soda orbeer.
Consuming carbonated drinks may cause increased belching orbloatingas your stomach adjusts to the accumulation of carbon dioxide gas."
For people with irritable bowel syndrome, this gas-buildup is bad news.
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Here are24 Ways to Get Rid of Bloating in Less Than 24 Hours.
You may feel hungrier.
There might be a scientific reason for that!
Your teeth will be okay (as long as there’s no added sweetener!)
A solution, for soda lovers?Find an unsweetened bubbly drink instead.
