A new study suggests that drinking fizzy water may indirectly promote weight loss by enhancing the uptake and use of blood glucose. Researchers found that the carbon dioxide in fizzy water is absorbed through the stomach lining and converted to bicarbonate, which speeds up glucose absorption. However, it's not a quick fix solution, and a balanced diet and regular exercise remain crucial for sustainable weight management.
Everyone knows that eating healthy and being active is the killer combination to help shave on the pounds. And as much as we all know this to be true, we can't help trying out the new tricks and hacks on social media that will help quicken the process.
This is because fizzy water is known to be 'filling', therefore it could help to curb hunger pains. Additionally, it can reportedly speed up digestion and lower blood glucose levels. However, it should not be drunk excessively as the long-term effect of drinking large amounts of carbonated water isn't known.
Similarly, the CO2 of fizzy water is absorbed through the stomach lining while drinking, and is then rapidly converted to bicarbonate in red blood cells. This alkalisation process speeds up glucose absorption and is used by activating key enzymes in the red blood cells. "Also, drinking carbonated water can have some effects on the digestive system, particularly for individuals with sensitive stomachs or pre-existing gastrointestinal conditions. The primary concerns include bloating, gas and, in some cases, exacerbation of certain symptoms associated with digestive disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome or gastro-oesophageal reflux disease."
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