Now that you are aware of how fruit juices are nothing but sugary water that you are consuming with complete satisfaction of being healthy do not rush to the diet soda vendors for your daily refreshment. This notion is because the study also shows the possibility of an increased risk of diabetes among people who drink diet soda regularly by 18 percent. Even though the risk of Type 2 diabetes among individuals consuming artificially sweetened beverages (ASBs) frequently is higher, the inference is subject to many variables. 

As per the reports, “the findings regarding ASBs should be interpreted with caution due to the possibility of reverse causation (individuals already at high risk for diabetes may switch from sugary beverages to diet drinks) and surveillance bias (high-risk individuals are more likely to be screened for diabetes and thus diagnosed more rapidly),”

Also, Aspartame, which is a common substitute for sugar used in diet sodas, has been tested before. It is believed to be safe for individuals as it does not raise the blood sugar levels immediately. However, a study conducted in 2018 shows that this element of a diet soda is potential enough to affect the cortisol levels and insulin resistance in the body. 

Consequently, switching to diet sodas instead of regular sodas is not the answer; it is to focus on drinking more water instead of sweetened beverages.