How many sodas do school children drink?
The average teenage boy drinks three cans of soda daily which results in an extra 163,000 calories or 47 pounds a year. The average teenage girl drinks two cans of soda daily, which is the equivalent to 109,200 calories or 31 pounds per year. Ten percent of teenage boys drink seven or more cans of soda daily and 10% of teenage girls drink five or more cans of soda daily. The numbers are astounding. It is no wonder that Americans consume an average of 686 calories of sugars a day—more than a quarter of a typical 2,250 calorie diet. What are some potential health effects of soda? When soda is consumed between meals and sipped over a long period of time, sugar remains in the mouth for prolonged periods of time, increasing the risk of cavities. More shocking is the impact soda consumption has on increasing obesity rates, hyperactivity, osteoporosis, dietary deficiencies, and caffeine dependence in children. Obesity Obesity is the single largest problem associated with soda consumption. The
