SSBs are what we call empty calories. This means that they are very high in energy because of the high amount of sugar in them, but they do not provide the body with any nutrients. Sugary drinks are a significant source of added sugar and drinking these do not benefit the body at all, but rather cause a lot of harm. This is because the liquid form of sugar found in these drinks is absorbed very quickly by the liver and can alter the body’s metabolism which leads to altered blood chemistry, metabolites and cholesterol. These chemicals increase the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart & liver disease, cancer and tooth decay.