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Depression, Penguin Chicks, Peeing In The Cold
Oct 13, 2023
Avoiding sugary sodas is linked to decreased risk of depression. Cold weather can cause increased urine production. Melting sea ice has severe consequences for emperor penguin chicks.
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- Consuming sugary carbonated drinks is associated with a higher likelihood of depressive symptoms in adults.
- In winter, increased peeing in cold weather is a protective mechanism, but excessive urination could be a sign of hypothermia.
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The Negative Impact of Sugary Sodas on Health and Mood
Sugary sodas are not only nutritionally lacking but also contribute to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, liver cancer, and weak bones. A study of over 87,000 South Korean adults revealed that consuming sugary carbonated drinks is associated with a higher likelihood of depressive symptoms. Even though the study controlled for other health factors, more research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms behind the negative effects of sugary beverages.
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