Is Fruit Juice as Unhealthy as Sugary Soda?

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Fruit juice is generally perceived as healthy and far superior to sugary soda. Many health organizations have issued official statements encouraging people to reduce their intake of sugary drinks. And several countries have gone as far as implementing a tax on sugary soda.

Both are high in sugar.

One of the main reasons some people consider fruit juice as unhealthy as sugary soda is the sugar content of these beverages.สมัคร ufabet 

Both soda and 100% fruit juice pack around 110 calories and 20–26 grams of sugar per cup (240 ml).

Research consistently shows a link between sugary drinks and a higher risk of illness. Such as type 2 diabetes, metabolic syndrome, high blood pressure, and heart disease. As well as a higher risk of premature death.

Due to their similar sugar contents, some people have started grouping juices and soda together. Suggesting that they should be avoided to an equal extent. However, soda and juice are unlikely to affect your health in the same ways.

For instance, soda tends to increase your risk of disease in a dose-dependent manner. This means that the more soda you drink, the higher your risk of disease. Even if you only drink small amounts.

On the other hand, drinking small amounts of juice. Specifically less than 5 ounces (150 ml) per day — may lower your risk of conditions like type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Only higher intakes appear to be detrimental to your health.

That said, the health benefits of juice only apply to 100% fruit juice — not to sugar-sweetened fruit beverages.