We had an argument with my colleague yesterday, he was saying Coke does not contain any Acid, it’s a human body that contains Acid. Hence, coke is good for humans. If you agree with him, I just conducted a further study below to prove you wrong! Coca-Cola is acidic, and the acid contained is Phosphorus. Cola is a more acidic drink as the vast amount of sugar acts to mask and balance the acidity. Coca-Cola contains 17 mg of phosphorus in every 100 mL, according to the Coca-Cola Company. This works out to about 60 mg in one 12-oz. can of the product. Advantages, *Phosphorus is essential for development and strength, 85 percent of the phosphorus in your body is found in teeth and bones, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. *Phosphorus is important for kidney function, as it helps these organs get rid of waste products. *Phosphoric acid contributes to the taste of colas. Disadvantages, *Cola is linked to chronic kidney disease and kidney stones. Your kidneys are not able to effectively manage phosphorus levels when you have this disease, leading to excessive amounts of the mineral in the body. *Too much phosphorus can impact your bones. When your body has an excessive amount of this mineral, it begins to extract calcium from the bones. Calcium is the principle mineral component of your bones, so low levels affect bone density and strength. According to the Tufts University research, published in 2006 in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, *A high phosphorus level can impact your eyes and cardiovascular system, according to the National Kidney Foundation. ***Phosphoric acid is commonly used for rust removal.
Posted on: Sat, 15 Feb 2014 12:55:17 +0000
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