What happens if you drink soda every day instead of water?
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Heart Association, a single 12-ounce can of regular soda contains far more than the daily recommended sugar intake for women and just over the limit for men. When you drink soda every day instead of water, the high sugar and acid content can have devastating, long-term consequences for your body.