Grindspine
Moderator
x2 said:Nope, diet pop is equally as bad, it just doesn't contain sugar.
Diet pop can be bad in different ways.
Though it doesn't spike blood sugar (which can lead to Type 2 Diabetes) and contains fewer calories, there have been arguements that artificial sweeteners are harmful and can lead to cancers in very large quantities. They also still contain artificial colors, acids that corrode teeth, and won't hydrate you as well as water or sports drinks because of the dissolved chemicals.