Sugary Drinks Linked to 34% Higher Anxiety Risk in Teens, Study Reveals

• New research indicates sugary drinks significantly increase anxiety risk in adolescents by 34%.
• Adolescence is a critical period for physical and mental changes, with mental health issues rising globally.
• The study by Bournemouth University analyzed eating habits and mental health data of young people.
• Beverages like fizzy sodas, energy drinks, sweetened juices, and flavored milk were included in the study.
• Experts emphasize that the mental health impact of high-energy, nutrient-deficient drinks has been overlooked.