Cattle ranchers have known this for a long time. They fatten their livestock by literally pumping carbohydrates into them. Read the labels and be aware of the tricks food manufacturers play with us. The product may still contain corn or cane syrup, honey or fructose and gives you lots of carbohydrates. Softdrinks are frequently sweetened with sugar or corn syrup and thus are a needless source of carbohydrates.
Carbonates can neutralize stomach acid resulting in a failure to absorb tininerals.
In carbonated drinks the presence of phosphoric acid promotes calcium loss from the bones. When people reduce food consumption to reduce calories, they often unknowingly also reduce their water intake at the same time. To avoid thirst and dehydration and to stimulate the elimination of wastes, drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Avoid Foods, and Drinks Containing Caffeine. Ice tea, hot tea, coffee, chocolate drinks, diet shakes, soft drinks often contain caffeine in considerable amounts.