THE HEALTH DANGERS OF SOFT DRINK

THE HEALTH DANGERS OF SOFT DRINK

The dangers of drinking soft drink cannot be overemphasis because of the damage which it has caused to the body system. They include the following:

1.     Asthma: Sodium benzoate found in sodas is used as a preservative (microbial control) in foods. Sodium preservatives add sodium to the diet and reduce the availability of potassium. Some reported reaction to sodium benzoate includes recurring articarica (rash), asthma and eczema.

2.     Kidney Issues: Colas contain high levels of phosphoric acid which has been linked to kidney stones and the other renal problems and you more likely to get kidney stones If you are male Caucasian.

3.     Sugar Overload: Twenty minutes after drinking a soda, your blood sugar spikes, causing an insulin burst. Your liver response your liver dumps more sugar into fast.

Forty minute later, caffeine absorption is complete. Your pupils dilate, your blood pressure rises, as a response, your liver dumps more sugar into your blood stream. The adenosine receptors, in your brain are now blocked, preventing dromosiess.

45 minutes later, your body ups your dopamine production, stimulating the pleasure centers of your brain. This is physically the same way heroin works by the way.

4.     Obesity: The relationship between soft drink consumption and body weights is so strong that researches calculate that for each additional soda consumed, the risk of obesity increases 1.6 times. And 70% of cardiovascular disease is related to obesity. 42% of breast and colon cancer is diagnosed in obese individuals. 30% of gall bladder surgery is related to obesity.

5.     Dissolves Tooth Enamel: Sugar and acid in soft drinks easily dissolve tooth enamel. When tooth decay reaches the nerve, the root and area at the base of the tooth, they may die and if left untreated an abscess can develop.

6.     Heart Disease: Most soft drinks contain high fructose corn syrup a sweetener that recently comes under considerable strutting. High fructose corn syrup has been associated with an increase risk of metabolic syndrome a condition associated with an elevated risk of both diabetes and heart disease. In 2006, more than one in every four deaths were caused by heart disease, but recently it is more than that.

7.     Reproductive Issues: Soft drink cans are coated with a resin that contains BPAC (biphenyl-A) This is the same cancer causing chemicals found in plastic baby bottles, water bottles, and plastic containers that wreaks havoc on the endocrine system, potentially causing premature puberty and reproductive abnormalities. 99.9% of bottles contain BPA.

8.     Osteoporosis: Soft drinks contain phosphoric acid and a high phosphate diet that has been associated with bone breakdown and an increased risk of osteoporosis. When phosphorus is excreted in the urine, it depriving the bones and the risk of the body of this important mineral. Eight percent of those affected by osteoporosis are women. Twenty percent are men.

9.     Increased risk of Diabetes: Those who drink more soda have an 80% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Note: Canned drinks become dangerous when exposed to the sun.

Sleeping And Aging

More than half of men and women over the age of 65 complain of at least one sleep problem. Many aging people experience insomnia and other sleep disorders on a regular basis.

As we get older, our sleep patterns change. In general, older people sleep less, experience more fragmented sleep, and spend less time in stages 3 & 4 and REM sleep (for example, deep sleep and dream sleep) than younger people. However, regardless of age, good restorative sleep is essential to physical health and emotional well-being.

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What Causes Sleep Problems in Older People?

Several factors may contribute to the inability to sleep well as we get older. Some common causes include:

• Poor sleep habits: Irregular sleep-wake patterns can affect an individual's circadian rhythm and make it hard to maintain a regular sleep schedule. Other sleep hygiene issues, such as consumption of alcohol before bedtime, increased wakeful time in bed, or daytime napping, can also affect a person's ability to sleep.
• Medications: Some drugs may impair a person's ability to fall asleep or stay asleep and may even stimulate wakefulness at night.
• Psychological distress or psychiatric disorders: Aging is characterized by a lot of life events, some positive and some negative. Some elderly people experience psychological problems or psychiatric disorders that will affect the quality and quantity of sleep. For example, life changes such as the death of a loved one, moving from a family home, or physical limitations due to illness can cause significant stress and sleep problems.
• Sleep disorders: Sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, and REM behavior disorder, may be associated with aging in some cases.
• Retirement: Retirement often leads to a lot of downtime with less daytime activity; this can lead to an irregular sleep-wake schedule and chronic sleep problems.