High Consumption of Sweetened Beverages Might Increase the Risk of Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

This study found no association between consumption of sweet ened beverages and later risk of CD or UC. However, this was inconsistent with a previous meta-analysis that reported a positive association between consumption of soft drinks and UC risk (relative risk [RR], 1.69; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.24–2.30).
Source: Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research