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When did sodas, teas, and tonics become medicine?
Drinks with added health benefits are booming around the world
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Lately, many consumers have been drawn to drinks that not only promise refreshment, but also claim to have various health benefits. This is the world of functional beverages—teas, tonics, and sodas that purport to do more than just quench your thirst. With ancient roots in medicinal drinks and a modern boom in health-conscious marketing, these beverages promise everything from youthful energy to digestive harmony.
Yet, beneath the glittery claims, side effects are growing, and so is the debate surrounding these beverages. Can such miracle drinks really deliver, or are they just fizzy distractions from deeper health issues? Click through this gallery to find out.
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