Can I Drink Coke While Gaining Weight? The Unhealthy Truth
                                
                                
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                                According to the New York State Department of Health, a single 12-ounce can of soda can contain as much as 39 grams of sugar, which contributes a significant number of empty calories with various associated health risks.