Sodas are universally available for all ages, and it's a profitable institution. Most of us tend to be more drawn towards them, one of the reasons being commercialization of it. It goes without saying, the deleterious effects sodas have on the adult human body.
It's no different with kids. According to a recent study by Shakira F. Suglia et al. , an association was noted between soda consumption & aggressive behavior among 5-year-olds. The possible reason, though not certain, is being attributed to caffeine, sugar, etc. which are the active ingredients in most of the sodas.
Research to pin point the causative ingredient is to be furthered.
It's no different with kids. According to a recent study by Shakira F. Suglia et al. , an association was noted between soda consumption & aggressive behavior among 5-year-olds. The possible reason, though not certain, is being attributed to caffeine, sugar, etc. which are the active ingredients in most of the sodas.
Research to pin point the causative ingredient is to be furthered.
In response to the study, the American Beverage Association issued the following statement: "It is a leap to suggest that drinking soda causes these or any other behavioral issue. The science does not support that conclusion.Importantly, our member companies do not promote or market the consumption of soft drinks to children in the age group examined in this study."
This is an outline of the article published in J Pediatr. Published online August 15, 2013
BOTTOM LINE: IT IS ADVISABLE TO AVOID SODAS IN YOUNG CHILDREN, HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES BEING WATER.
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