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Elaine Blackburne

Why you should always drink Diet Coke through a straw, according to a dentist

When it comes to losing weight or getting healthier people are often keen to ditch as many calories as they can. Switching from full-sugar drinks to diet pop is an obvious choice for many.

However dentist Payal Bhalla is warning the move might not be as smart as you think. And she claims far from being the perfect answer Diet Coke can be just as bad for you as the regular sugar-packed version.

The dentist, who is Lead Dentist and Clinical Lead at Quest Dental. warned: "Diet Coke, like other carbonated soft drinks, can have negative effects on your teeth if consumed excessively or regularly. Below are a few reasons why Diet Coke can be harmful to your dental health."

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