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Soda calories and added sugar, and why liquid sugar doesn’t satisfy.
By The CalorieFig Editorial Team · independent editorial research project
Educational use only. Not medical or nutritional advice. Results are estimates. Consult a registered dietitian or healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
A 12-oz can of regular soda (about 355 mL) provides roughly 150 calories and 39 g of added sugar — about 10 tsp, per USDA/FDA references. Liquid sugar doesn’t trigger fullness the way food does, so those calories add on top of meals without reducing intake. Swapping to water, sparkling water, or unsweetened tea is one of the easiest cuts for a deficit.
Key facts:
It has no calories; use it as a step down from regular, but water is the best default.
Juice has some nutrients but still concentrates sugar; whole fruit is more filling.
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