Calorically-Sweetened Beverages The least recommended beverages by the Panel are calorically-sweetened beverages with high energy density and no, or very small amounts of, other nutrients. These include carbonated (fizzy) and non-carbonated (still) beverages, usually sweetened with high-fructose corn syrup or sucrose. Our recommendation is to consume calorically-sweetened soft drinks and ‘juice drinks’ sparingly. Caloric sweeteners have been linked to dental caries, increased energy intake, weight gain, and type 2 Diabetes. In the quantities consumed today, soft drinks and fruit drinks most likely contribute to the obesity epidemic by facilitating excess energy intake. Animal and human literature exists showing that these beverages are not satiating, and compensation in terms of reduction in the intake of other foods and beverages is poor, with the net effect being increased energy intake and obesity. There is also evidence linking calorically-sweetened beverages with an increased risk of type 2 Diabetes. Others research suggests soft drinks are replacing milk in the diet

The Panel recommends at most one serving of Calorically-Sweetened Beverages or 0-8 fl. oz./d be consumed

See table below for calorie and caffeine content

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