202,000 UK adults study links high consumption of artificially sweetened and sugar-sweetened beverages to increased risk of atrial fibrillation.
A new study published in Circulation: Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology reveals a link between consuming no or low-sugar beverages and the risk of developing atrial fibrillation, a serious cardiovascular disease. The study, involving nearly 202,000 adults in the UK, found that individuals who reported consuming more than two litres of artificially sweetened drinks had a 20% higher chance of developing atrial fibrillation. The study also indicated that individuals who reported consuming beverages with added sugars had an increased risk of the disease by up to 10%. The researchers recommend that people reduce or avoid artificially sweetened and sugar-sweetened beverages, with water being the safest hydration option.
March 05, 2024
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