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1.2 Million Heart Disease Cases Linked to Sugary Drinks

1/18/2025

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A groundbreaking study from Tufts University uncovers a staggering reality: sugary drinks are responsible for 1.2 million new heart disease cases and 2.2 million type 2 diabetes cases worldwide annually. The crisis hits hardest in developing nations like Mexico and Colombia, highlighting an urgent need for action to curb consumption and protect public health.

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A groundbreaking study from Tufts University uncovers a staggering reality: sugary drinks are responsible for 1.2 million new heart disease cases and 2.2 million type 2 diabetes cases worldwide annually. The crisis hits hardest in developing nations like Mexico and Colombia, highlighting an urgent need for action to curb consumption and protect public health.