A prominent heart surgeon has described one of the world's most popular beverages as 'liquid death', insisting that people should avoid it altogether. Dr Jeremy London, a board-certified surgeon in general, vascular, and thoracic surgery, regularly shares health advice on social media. He is not alone in warning about the harmful effects of fizzy drinks.
Four Things to Avoid
In an Instagram post, Dr London listed four things he avoids as a heart surgeon: smoking, alcohol, breads and pastas, and soft drinks. He stated that smoking is the single worst thing for the body, causing lung damage, cancer, and cardiovascular risks. Alcohol, he described as toxic to every cell, adding that removing it from his life was transformative. Soft drinks he called 'liquid death' and urged people not to drink them. Finally, he advised avoiding refined flours and wheats, noting that 80% of weight control is diet.
Expert Warnings on Soft Drinks
In a subsequent interview with Today, Dr London emphasised that soft drinks are a 'scourge' in society, highlighting hidden calories from sugar. Dr William Li, speaking on the Zoe podcast, agreed that high consumption of soda is linked to metabolic disease, cardiovascular disease, and cancer risk. He pointed out that additives, colours, flavourings, and preservatives in soda contribute to chronic toxin exposure.
