Sugar low: Big Soda is losing the battle for American hearts and bellies

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8. I was completely addicted to Coke and Pepsi

for many years, drinking at least 4-5 glasses a day. I drank it first thing in the morning to wake up and late at night to stay awake. After reading all the articles about HFCS and phosphoric acid I knew I couldn't go on like that. It's been just over a year now since I gave it up. I never, ever thought I could give it up because I was so addicted but it can be done. Now it tastes horrible to me. I can't see how I was so addicted to something that doesn't even taste good.

I switched to drinking Sierra Mist Natural when I have to drink something sweet. Still not ideal, but at least it's made with real sugar and no phosphoric acid or caffeine. I can't believe how much better I feel now. I would have never believed it a year ago.