In the first study, researchers found that those who drank one can of cola increased their risk for blood pressure by nine percent and by 13 percent in the second study. Researchers also found that women consummating more than three cans of cola a day have an even higher risk of getting high blood pressure.
Though, the two studies show that there was a strong connection between caffeinated cola consumption and high blood pressure, the result did not completely established that cola drinks cause high blood pressure. Even if the study was done just by comparing two women who were matched for age, weight, physical activity, those who took alcohol, and smoke, researchers were in agreement that cola drinking remained a major risk factor.
Researchers concluded that some ingredients in cola drinks like caramel coloring in diet colas and the corn syrup in sugared colas — might be the culprits that cause high blood pressure. Further studies are ongoing to find out and identify what is really the link between these cola ingredients and high blood pressure.
Also, the study revealed that women who are regular or heavy coffee drinkers do not risk developing high blood pressure.
Glad to hear this warning Papaleng. Thanks for a well researched article. Mabuti na lng at I am not a cola drinker. Not fond of it as kasi masakit sa lalamunan. I will definitely share this to one of my friend na cola addict na. He could waste up 1 liter per meal! And cant get past meals without drinking. So imagine, he drinks 2 liters per day since sa breakfast lng sya di umiinom nito. Risky. Risky.
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that's good to know they are looking at what exactly the ingredient that links up to high blood pressure in the colas, since we may get them in other foods too. anyway, am not a soda drinker, i love water so much. :)
ReplyDeletebut i do drink one cup coffee a day without sugar, just almond milk. i am not affected by the caffeine in coffee at all, so i am getting the anti-oxidant benefits in the coffee. :)
this is very interesting fact, at least i've know what causes of drinking cola, good thing I don't drink sodas anymore
ReplyDeleteGood thing I'm not a fan of sodas. Aside from the risk of high blood pressure, it's also cancerous (due to sugar).
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of soda because of my hyperacidity issues. It's really bad for our health. My husband is addicted to it though. I always remind him not to overdo it. This post is a very good reminder especially for those who can't get past a day without a glass of cola.
ReplyDeleteI love drinking pop Papaleng but I really try not too :-) I'd rather drink water instead. Pop has too much sugar in it. The picture is driving me crazy Papaleng with that ice too because that is how I drink my pop with so much ice in my glass :-)
ReplyDeleteI ditched all kinds of soda many moons ago. I used to be a Coke girl, but if was able to quit cold turkey when I decided it was time to stop. With my essential HBP it was the right thing to do.
ReplyDeleteWe only drink pop here on occasion. My hubby and kids are addicted to tea and I drink water most of the times.
ReplyDeletegood thing im not into cola also..aside from its not healthy it is a money loser drinks.
ReplyDeletethanks for the info papaleng.
Great, informative article. My family has a history with hypertension and diabetes so this is definitely a great warning for all of us.
ReplyDeleteOh oh! I drink soda too, but not regularyl...just once in a while. Thanks for the info.
ReplyDeleteGreat, informative post! Cola certainly effects me and it does not help my weight loss in the slightest - I try and stay clear!
ReplyDeletewell I do love to drink cola.Thanks for letting me know about it.
ReplyDeleteThis is precisely why I keep telling my mom to stop drinking cola! She loves coke even when she's sick!
ReplyDeleteIm not surprised by this. Im not fond of cola drinks myself
ReplyDeleteCold drinks are restricted in many parts of world..even i never take cold drinks instead i go for dairy products like butter milk etc.
ReplyDeleteI try to refrain myself from carbonated drinksbecause of the high sugar content. I instead go for barley, milk tea and sometimes juice
ReplyDeleteNot a cola nor fizzy drink fan... have been sticking to green tea, lemon water and water!
ReplyDeleteI've been there and finally got rid of my addiction to Coca Cola. Reading the ingredients on the label and checking each one of them (internet) really opened my eyes. Now sticking to water and freshly squeezed fruit juices. Saved a lot on medication, stress, getting sick and hospital bills. Healthy is the only way to go. :)
ReplyDeleteGood thing I am not much of a cola drinker. haha I have a little doze for cola. So thank God! I now fancy drinking hot tea, or just water. :D
ReplyDeleteI am not surprised. I only drink cola when there is nothing else to drink. I only take water when I eat.
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the reason I'm trying to minimize soft drinks. I think the caffeine also helps raise blood pressure.
ReplyDeletecoke is really unhealthy, not just HBP but also higher risk of diabetics, i reckon?
ReplyDeleteThat's surprising news and I'd love to read up on it. Either way, everything in moderation is my motto.
ReplyDeleteNot just blood pressure.. Coke has lotsa of other harmful effects I've read. Need to cut down on my intake :(
ReplyDeleteI have minimized my cola intake for a long time now as it contains way too much sugar.
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Hey, this is news!! Never knew about the blood pressure increasing effects of coke!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a big fan of soda but here is another reason for me to avoid them even more.
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