Diet Coke, like most food and drink, is harmless in moderation - but the artificially sweetened beverage can cause negative effects just one hour after drinking. Also known as The Renegade Pharmacist, Niraj Narik first shared his professional knowledge back in 2015 through a viral infographic - and Diet Coke fans may want to look away. According to Naik: "Like regular Coke, this can trigger insulin, which sends your body into fat storage mode." He continued: "Unlike the small amount of satisfaction you get from regular coke your body may still crave sweets. "A can of diet coke provides no nourishment and would replace a more nutritious drink you could have drunk while potentially depleting your body of essential minerals.

Source: The Star May 23, 2023 11:30 UTC