Diet soda health effects remain mixed, PolitiFact offers guidance to quit
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- Category: United States
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 16:02 UTC
- Sources: PBS NewsHour
Research on the health impacts of diet sodas continues to produce contradictory findings. PolitiFact provides a quick guide on the current science and practical tips for consumers who want to reduce or stop drinking diet soda.
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