According to Reuters Health, people who drink even just one soft drink (or other sugary drink) per day have an 83 percent higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. In addition, soft drink consumers are more likely to become obese. The problem with soda is that liquids are so readily consumed that its difficult to remember the calories involved. Soft drink consumption has risen in the last decade by about 61 percent which matches the increase in type 2 diabetes and obesity. TIP..if you crave the soda fizz.. try taking a half cup of cranberry juice or grape juice and mixing it with a half cup of club soda..the fizzy beverage will quench your thirst with fewer calories and less sugar..plus you get some vitamins in the drink...try it!!