What Happens When You Only Drink Coke Or Pepsi?

2. OK, But What About Sugar-Free Coke Or Pepsi?

The adverse health aspects of consuming massive amounts of sugar are relatively well known these days, which is why there are options to consume sugar-free Coke and Pepsi. There are also diet versions of these drinks, and all manner of zero-calorie options, so what would happen if someone only drank those?

A study conducted at Yale University found that people who drink a lot of sodas often consume more calories. This is due to their failure to account for the calories of the sodas they are drinking while only concerning themselves with the food they eat.

Switching to sugar-free options doesn't help for an interesting reason. The taste of something sweet, whether it's natural or artificial, serves to enhance our appetite. As a result, a person will drink a diet Coke or Pepsi but go for the large side of french fries or onion rings because they think their diet drink is healthier.

This leads to the consumption of more calories than a person needs, and while they might not be getting it from the soda, they will make it up with their food. That's not to say, switching to diet versions of either drink won't help in a normal diet. But a person would need to remain aware of everything they consume to remain healthy.