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Lightning Round: the truth about Coca-Cola and more
By Frazer Jones
May 17, 2020
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An infographic was making the rounds and gaining some serious traction this past week, purporting to show the detrimental health effects of a single c...
- An infographic was making the rounds and gaining some serious traction this past week, purporting to show the detrimental health effects of a single can of Coca-Cola. The infographic alleges that the hour after drinking a can of Coke is filled with blood sugar spikes, rising blood pressure, dopamine production akin to heroin use, and loss of vital nutrients and electrolytes. But is this good science or scare tactics not worth the share? Reaching out to a nutritional biologist has revealed that many of the statements in the infographic are misinterpreted or straight-up false. Unfortunately, well-made graphics like these tend to take on a life of their own, meaning that Coca-Cola could still feel its ill effects as it resonates with the public. ~ Buzzfeed
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