From Men's Health · Korin Miller · · 1m 10s
Prebiotic Sodas and Liver Risk
Low-sugar sodas linked to 60% higher liver disease risk than sugary drinks.
In brief
Low-sugar sodas linked to 60% higher liver disease risk than sugary drinks. Drinking low-sugar sodas daily increases liver disease risk by 60% compared to sugary drinks. Originally reported by Men's Health.
Quick answers
- What is MASLD?
- Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease causes liver fat buildup from non-alcoholic sources.
- What is the key takeaway from Prebiotic Sodas and Liver Risk?
- Drinking low-sugar sodas daily increases liver disease risk by 60% compared to sugary drinks.
What is MASLD?
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease causes liver fat buildup from non-alcoholic sources.
Study Findings
103,251 UK Biobank participants showed drinking nearly 9 ounces of non-water drinks linked to higher MASLD risk.
Risk Comparison
Sugar-sweetened drinks increased MASLD risk by 50% while low-sugar drinks raised it 60%.
Daily Drinking Impact
Drinking nearly 9 ounces of non-water beverages daily increases liver disease risk significantly.
Gut Microbiome Link
Low-sugar drinks may alter gut microbiome and increase insulin resistance through gut health pathways.
Compensatory Eating
People may eat more sugary foods after drinking low-sugar beverages due to subconscious calorie compensation.
Expert Recommendations
Water is best alternative; moderate consumption of prebiotic sodas may be safe for most people.
Study Limitations
Researchers did not specify which low-sugar drinks participants consumed.
What Happens Next
Experts recommend switching to water or limiting prebiotic soda consumption for liver health.
The big picture
Drinking low-sugar sodas daily increases liver disease risk by 60% compared to sugary drinks.
