What can you do to avoid the harmful health effects of sugary beverages?
Did you know that —
- Over one in three South Bronx residents drink at least one soda per day?
- 32% of Bronxites consume one or more sugary drinks daily?
- One bottle of soda can contain more than 16 packets of sugar?
- The soda industry targets low-income people and people of color and that is partially why more sugary drinks are consumed by them than others?
What can you do to avoid the harmful health effects of sugary beverages?
- Drink water — it helps regulate body temperature and rids wastes from your body