Tooth decay, diabetes, hyperactivity and more are being linked to heavy soda consumption

Part of the blame is attributed to the sheer volume of carbonated soft drinks consumed in this country. Every man, woman and child in the United States drinks about 3.7 gallons of fluid a week, according to the Beverage Marketing Corp. Of that amount, about 28.3 percent is soda, making it more popular than milk, bottled water, fruit juice, sports drinks and even tap water.

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