How Coke Destroys Kidneys: Expert Explains

"Cola contains oxalates, the 'building material' for stones. Phosphoric acid increases the level of calcium in the blood, and sugar leads to dehydration. All this increases the risk of urolithiasis ."

According to the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (2024), 500 ml of sugary soda per day increases the risk of urate stones by 25%. “Even mineral water with salts can be dangerous for those who are already prone to stone formation,” Sepp notes.

What about diet soda? "Sugar substitutes do not cancel out the harm of other components. Regular consumption of any sweet drinks overloads the metabolism," the expert warns.

The best alternative? "Pure water with natural mineralization. It has no side effects and supports the functioning of all body systems," Vladislav Sepp summarizes.