Understanding Sugary Drinks and Their Impact

Sugary drinks, including juice drinks, sodas, and sports drinks, are high in added sugars and calories, offering little to no nutritional value. These drinks can harm teeth, contribute to obesity, and increase the risk of type 2 diabetes. It's important to protect children from these health risks by limiting their consumption of sugary beverages.

Which of the following drinks is known for having high amounts of added sugars and calories?

• Black coffee

• Herbal tea

• Juice drinks

• Water

What is a common consequence of consuming sugary drinks on dental health?

• Strengthened enamel

• Tooth decay

• Fresher breath

• Whiter teeth

Sugary drinks are often low in which of the following?

• Carbonation

• Calories

• Nutritional value

• Caffeine

What health condition is linked to the consumption of sugary drinks?

• Asthma

• Type 2 diabetes

• Type 1 diabetes

• Hypertension

Why is it important to protect children from sugary drinks?

• They enhance athletic performance

• They improve concentration

• They can lead to obesity

• They can cause allergies