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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rachel Clun

The surprising health benefits of sparkling water emerge in new study

Research investigated claims that sparkling water was a potential slimming aid by speeding up digestion and lowering blood sugar levels - (Getty/iStock)

New research on the potential health benefits of fizzy water has revealed some surprising positives - but also some negatives.

The study suggests sparkling water could help people lose weight by increasing glucose uptake and boosting metabolism, but researchers and other experts said the effect, in reality, is minimal to none.

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