Drinking sparkling water could have surprising impact on weight, study suggests
Fox News
New research from Japan suggests drinking sparkling water can help support weight loss through satiety and energy production. Researcher Akira Takanashi and nutrition experts discuss.
The researchers aimed to analyze the physiological effects of carbonated water, as it has been found to induce satiety (feelings of fullness) and gastric motility (movement of food through the body), both of which could reduce hunger. "I believe it is unlikely that carbonated water alone could lead to weight loss." Angelica Stabile is a lifestyle reporter for Fox News Digital.
In analyzing a study from 2004, the team found that carbonated water may support weight loss by converting to HCO3 – a byproduct of metabolism – in red blood cells and increasing energy production.
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