How Do You Overcome An Addiction To Mountain Dew?
A 12 oz. can of Mountain Dew contains nearly 7 tsp. high fructose corn syrup as a sweetener and preservative. The caffeine content is about the same as a cup of coffee, prompting some people to slug down a Mountain Dew as soon as they wake up each day. If you’re one of those people who can’t do without the Dew, you may be addicted to buzz afforded by the sugar-caffeine combination. Research the nutritional value and benefit of Mountain Dew. Compare it with other beverages, including water. Read up on caffeine addiction and the effects of caffeine on the body. Commit to change. Make a list of the ways in which Mountain Dew has a negative impact, like empty calories, weight gain and increased heart rate. Make a list of positive reasons to eliminate it: increased water intake, healthier skin, better dental health and so forth. Talk to a physician about cutting out Mountain Dew. Expect headaches, agitation, blurred vision, insomnia, dry mouth and other symptoms. Discuss options and suggest
