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Macro partitioning
Consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.
Stop drinking sugar-sweetened beverages. They are a major source of added sugar and increase your risk for heart disease and diabetes. Replace them with water, unsweetened tea, or sparkling water. If you need a sweet taste, low-calorie sweetened beverages are a better option than soda, but water is best.
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SSBs account for approximately half of all added sugar intake and are associated with a dose-increased risk for CVD.
Why this rating
Based on observational studies and meta-analyses cited.
Source
A Clinician's Guide to Healthy Eating for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Vincent A. Pallazola et al. · Mayo Clinic Proceedings Innovations Quality & Outcomes · 2019
DOI 10.1016/j.mayocpiqo.2019.05.001
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