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BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by sapphire01(m): 8:00am On Nov 18, 2012 |
Yeah this is an argument that has really transpired in my mind for a while. A bottle of coke is popularly accepted to contain so much amout of sugar. A bottle of beer contains some percent of alcohol and also some carbohydrate too I kno. In recent time I've heard from some people that beers contain sugar too, in fact in higher quantity than soft drinks, fact not proven yet tho. Diabetes patients over time have been known to be either consumers of high level of alcohols or high intake of sugar. So to get to the point; what have you heard, what's your take, which is your own opinion? Beer of Softdrinks, which poses more threats to goodhealth Thanks as you respond 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by GabrielOyedele: 9:21am On Nov 18, 2012 |
Softdrinks is more handful to the body, it's from observation. |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Freeopod(m): 9:33am On Nov 18, 2012 |
Softdrinks all the way! |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Obinnau(m): 9:43am On Nov 18, 2012 |
remember the question it says which is more harmful not d one only causing diabetes. For me its alcoholic drinks. 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by uboma(m): 12:57pm On Nov 18, 2012 |
The key word here is moderation. Anything in excess is harmful. If u take softdrinks or beer or even both in moderation, then u are safe. However, taking softdrinks in excess or beer in excess will result in harmful consequences. 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by babsomotde(m): 12:47am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Beer cuases more damages than soft drinks. But one has to learn to leave it or take moderately. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by MadCow1: 8:38am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Soft drinks are worse than beer.. So beer minus the alcohol and calories is cool.. Soft drink is full of carbonated sugar.. This is the best part of drinking 9 bottles of beer .. 3 Likes |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by maclatunji: 8:39am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Haba! What kind of question is thus? Beer is by a mile more harmful to the body than soft drinks. |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Freiburger(m): 8:39am On Nov 21, 2012 |
They are both harmful when excessively consumed. 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by felifeli: 8:40am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Mad Cow: Soft drinks are worse than beer.. Of course...m.ad cow. |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by dramenda(f): 8:41am On Nov 21, 2012 |
i dont know,but cant do without my heinekens. 4 Likes |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Ramcie(f): 8:41am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Beer should be more harmful cos apart from the fact that it intoxicates when taken in excess , it also causes diabetes unlike soft drinks which only causes diabetes . So in conclusion, beer has more disadvantages. |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Ganys: 8:43am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Ask the Guy below, He missed his NIMASA Interview because he took Ogoro Drink & got Drunk. His Collegue Called him for interview, But the Guy is already Down at nearby Gutter. Beer/Alcohol is not only harmful to one's health but also harmful to one's Future.. 14 Likes
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Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by k2039: 8:46am On Nov 21, 2012 |
They are both harmful,it's just like the case of pot calling kettle black 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by maclatunji: 8:46am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Bad Effects of Beer In most cases, the negative effects of alcohol consumption are directly associated with the amount of alcohol consumed and apply regardless of the form of the alcohol. In some cases, however, you may have a sensitivity to ingredients present in one form, such as beer, and you may have to avoid that form of alcohol altogether. Number of Beers You may have heard that moderate consumption of alcohol is good for you. Moderate drinking is defined as one drink a day for women and two for men. However, if you don't drink now, you should not start drinking for health. A healthy lifestyle, including good nutrition and exercise, offers more benefits than moderate drinking. Another important point is that if, as a man, you choose to have two beers a day, it does not mean it's okay to guzzle one after the other. Drinking just two beers -- or any alcoholic drink -- in one hour impairs judgment and doubles your chances of having a traffic or household accident. Empty Calories A 12-oz. can or bottle of beer contains very little nutrition, but it does contain calories. Regular beer has between 140 to 200 calories, while light beer contains about 100. Of even more concern if you're trying to lose weight is the fact that alcohol causes your body to burn less stored fat for energy. Your liver makes a substance called acetate from most of the alcohol in a beer. Your body burns the acetate for energy instead of burning the fat stored on your hips or belly. Low Blood Sugar Beer can contribute to weight gain by interfering with blood sugar levels. Your body stores sugar in your liver as glycogen; when blood sugar drops between meals, your liver converts glycogen into glucose, releasing it into the blood. Alcohol interferes with this process. Blood sugar drops, the liver does not convert glycogen, your brain thinks you are hungry and you scarf down a fatty burger, fries and whatever else catches your eye when you don't really need the food. Counteract this by eating a healthy meal before drinking beer to slow the rate at which your body absorbs alcohol. Hydration A cold beer when you're hot is an appealing drink, but use caution if you've been engaging in athletics or working outside in hot weather. Antidiuretic hormone helps your body retain fluid. Alcohol interferes with the hormone's release, which explains those frequent bathroom visits when drinking beer. If you drink beer when you're hot, you lose fluid through both sweating and urine. Gluten Most beer contains malted barley, among other ingredients, and barley contains a protein called gluten. Some people are sensitive to gluten. At the extreme end of this sensitivity is celiac disease, a disorder in which gluten triggers the body's immune system into attacking the lining of the small intestine. If you suffer from gluten sensitivity, avoid beer made from barley. Thanks to the growing awareness of celiac disease, some brewers are now offering gluten-free beers. Read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/509506-bad-effects-of-beer/#ixzz2CqCtZzeP 17 Likes |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Iaz93: 8:48am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Both are harmless! |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by MadCow1: 8:49am On Nov 21, 2012 |
felifeli: Who are you calling MAD?! |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by aieromon(m): 8:49am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Both contain some form of sugar which need to be broken down by insulin. Beer however contains alcohol which has to be broken down by the liver and excreted out of the body. Putting pressure on the liver cells is not advisable and as such,alcohol should always be taken in moderation. I would say beer is more harmful. Thanks. |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Freiburger(m): 8:50am On Nov 21, 2012 |
maclatunji: Bad Effects of BeerNow why are you capitalizing on beer as if there is isn't any softdrink that is dangerous as well? |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by maclatunji: 8:50am On Nov 21, 2012 |
maclatunji: What Are the Negative Effects of Soft Drinks? 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by fittty(m): 8:51am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Soft drinks |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by maclatunji: 8:52am On Nov 21, 2012 |
From my two submissions, it is obvious that Beer is more harmful than Soft drinks. I am being simplistic here by the time we look at the the addictive tendencies of alcohol and it's negative effect on mental health, no rational person will contest the fact that Beer is much more harmful to human beings than soft drinks. In addition, even in countries where alcohol is allowed, they put age restrictions- this makes it even more obvious that alcohol is a dangerous drug, soft drinks aren't. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by MadCow1: 8:52am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Soft drink makes you fat, Beer makes you happy 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by salolo(m): 8:52am On Nov 21, 2012 |
BEER is more harmful |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by MMM2(m): 8:54am On Nov 21, 2012 |
I go 4 beer, I don't joke with it |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by hardbody: 8:54am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Point of correction @ Y'll, neither beer nor softdrinks cause diabetes. Diabetes is hereditary, if your folks never had it, chances are you would not. Bank to the question, both beer and softdrinks contain sugar, at what level i am not able to confirm, however, faced with dangers arising from both, i will rather live with beer because it makes teh heart of mortal man merry |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by MadCow1: 8:55am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Alcohol forever... Be happy.. 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by Nobody: 8:56am On Nov 21, 2012 |
No copy n paste. Am a food technologist and I tell you that beer is higher in sugar and poses more threat to its consumers than those taking softdrinks. Beer contains hops, barley, malt etc as their main ingredients which of cos are carbohydrate based. All these malts you see low sugar content are pure commercial lies. 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by maclatunji: 9:01am On Nov 21, 2012 |
candygosh: No copy n paste. What they mean is: "low sugar content added outside of the main ingredients of malted drinks". If you sue for deceptive advertising, you will lose. Caveat Emptor (Let the buyer beware). |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by femmy2010(m): 9:03am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Both certainly have much down side if moderation is not firmly considered. I don't drink beer but greatly addicted to Coke and its like but "Jedi Jedi" nearly killed me recently cos of my not being moderate with their intake. |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by omicron(m): 9:05am On Nov 21, 2012 |
Generally beer is more harmful to health....but only in excess as alcohol taken in moderation (typically a glass of red wine [average red wine= 12%alcohol] per day is known to be beneficial to cardiovascular(heart and blood vessels) health). Soft drinks do not cause diabetes....they are only to be avoided by diabetics and those at risk of diabetes, otherwise they cause no known harm! 1 Like |
Re: BEER OR SOFTDRINKS: Which Is More Harmful To One's Health? by shyna501: 9:07am On Nov 21, 2012 |
If Ʊ tink it's only beer dat's harmful 2ur body, Y nt drink 5bottles of coke Ä♌ð Ʊ'll kno wotz up! |
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