Is Soda More Fattening Than Beer? An In-depth Look
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American adults get nearly as many empty calories from alcoholic beverages as they do from sugary soft drinks. This surprising statistic begs the question: is soda more fattening than beer, or are they equally detrimental to weight goals?  While both contribute to weight gain, their metabolic effects differ significantly.