Wonkblog: What people around the world drink when they aren’t drinking water

When people aren't quenching their thirst with water, they're probably drinking something else. And what they choose can have a sizable impact on their health.For that reason, nutrition experts closely monitor the consumption of various beverages. For instance, sugary drinks, which include sodas, are seen as a particularly poor choice. The Harvard University School of Public Health states this rather clearly on its Web site, which lists out facts about the relationship between consumption of sugary beverages and the prevalence of obesity. Fruit juices and milk, on the other hand, are more acceptable, so long as they are consumed in moderation.Read full article >>