- You keep getting cavities
According to the Dental Association, sugar is the leading cause of tooth decay. When sugar settles on your teeth, it feeds on already naturally occurring plaque bacteria, and the acid produced can wear away tooth enamel (the hard surface of your teeth), leading to cavities. Worse yet is the combination of sugar and acid, commonly found in various beverages, that destroy tooth enamel. People who regularly drink these beverages tend to have more dental problems.
Solution: Swap out carbonated beverages that contain your favorite fruit tea or mineral water.
