Discover what Syfonatics have known for years. Sparkling water can support your health and your body in many ways, and best of all, it’s refreshing and delicious to drink.  Now thanks to this article on TheList.com, we have a chance to give you a comprehensive view on how sparkling water affects your body and your health. So here goes. 

Sparkling Water and Your Teeth

Claims have been circulating for some time that sparkling water is bad for your teeth because it erodes them and leaches out calcium. Part of that view is that carbonated beverages in general have this effect on teeth. 

While it’s certainly been proven that sugary soda causes both tooth erosion and decay, the biggest factors in that outcome are the sugar content and other added ingredients. Sparkling water is different. 

According to the American Dental Association, even though sparkling water is more acidic than still water, drinking sparkling water every day is generally fine for your teeth. A study observed how donated teeth reacted to both kinds of water, and found the results to be similar with no ill effects. Bear in mind that seltzers with added citrus like lemon or lime may be more acidic depending on the flavoring used. 

Sparkling Water and Hydration

Another misconception that we come across is that sparkling water is not as hydrating as still water or can actually cause dehydration. As many Syfo drinkers can attest, that’s not the case at all. In a chat with Scripps, Dr. Saima Lodhi, an internal medicine specialist said:  “Carbonated water is just as efficient at hydrating the body as plain spring or purified water. Plus, it can be a nice break from tap water.” 

In fact, Lodhi is actually a fan of sparkling water as it inspires people to up their fluid intakes because it’s more refreshing with appealing flavors (and Syfonatics know this to be so  true). “Getting your daily dose of water is vital,” she continued, “so if sparkling water helps you drink enough, that is a positive step toward good health.” 

Sparkling Water Will Help You Lose Weight

Well all you have to do is visit our Testimonials section to read about numerous real life examples of this, but the experts agree as well. 

While long-term lifestyle changes such as eating more plant-based foods and getting regular exercise are key factors in slimming  down, drinking sparkling water every day can have a big impact. That’s because it can promote satiety, according to licensed nutritionist Anju Mobin. “Sparkling water stays in your stomach for a longer time making you feel fuller,” she told The List. “This leads to reduced intake of food, helping you in weight loss.” 

Sparkling Water and Your Bones

Another rumor that’s been out there is that the carbonation in sparkling water could lower your bone density, putting you at risk for osteoporosis. But while soda consumption (especially cola) has been linked to those conditions, that doesn’t have anything to do with the fizz, says licensed nutritionist Monica Reinagel. “Researchers had one group of women drink one liter of still water every day while another group drank a liter of carbonated water,” she shared on the podcast The Nutrition Diva’s Quick and Dirty Tips for Eating Well and Feeling Fabulous. “After eight weeks, the researchers could detect no difference between the groups when it came to markers for bone turnover.” 

Sparkling Water and Those Soda Cravings

You probably don’t need to look any further than our customer testimonials to see how Syfo can help kick the soda habit, but just don’t take our word for it. The experts concur: 

“If you’re looking to kick your soda habit to the curb, making the choice to drink sparkling water every day might help,” says Dr. Laureen Smith, an associate professor at the Ohio State University College of Nursing. “For those who choose carbonated sodas, it may provide the sought-after carbonation without the sugar,” she shared in a chat with Time.

Plus you don’t have to go cold turkey, as you can see in our post here. You can mix Syfo with your favorite soft drink to wean you off the sugary stuff. Learn more here. 

Sparkling Water and Heart Health

Heart disease is the number one cause of death worldwide according to the World Health Organization and sparkling water can maintain your heart health in some of the ways we’ve already mentioned. Lowering blood sugar by giving up sweet drinks is a factor in good heart health and there is evidence that soda itself can increase the risk of heart disease. 

And according to the article in TheList.com, there’s a chance that drinking some sparkling water every day might protect your heart directly. They quote an article in Healthline by registered dietitian Franziska Spritzler that said: “One study in 18 postmenopausal women showed that drinking sodium-rich carbonated water decreased LDL (bad) cholesterol, inflammatory markers and blood sugar.  What’s more, they also experienced an increase in HDL (good) cholesterol.”

There’s more to it, too, says Spritzler. “Additionally, the estimated risk of developing heart disease within 10 years was 35 percent lower among those drinking carbonated water than those drinking the control water,” she continued. However, the study was quite small, so much more research is needed before a clear link can be made.

Sparkling Water and Digestive Health

Sparkling water can help with digestive issues in many ways. According to nutritionist 

Monica Reinagel: “Many people find that drinking a little carbonated water is a good way to settle an upset stomach and there are some studies to support this.”

In one study, researchers selected dozens of folks with chronic indigestion and split them into two groups; one drank a liter and a half of sparkling water every day, and the other drank still water. After two weeks, almost all of the people who were drinking carbonated water reported less indigestion while the other group saw little to no improvement.

Another way that sparkling water can help with digestive health is relieving constipation. Drinking enough water can help people stay regular, but drinking sparkling water specifically appears to have some additional benefits. “Sparkling water may improve the symptoms of and reduce constipation,” licensed nutritionist Anju Mobin explained to The List. “According to studies, carbonated water has a laxative effect.”

And what about the idea that sparkling water can irritate your digestive tract? “If you have IBS, carbonated water can irritate your guts,” Dr. Lina Velikova noted in The List article. “But if you have a healthy stomach and intestines, it will do no harm.” She added that there have been studies that have demonstrated that there’s no link between sparkling water consumption and gastrointestinal diseases like GERD or esophageal cancer.

So, so what’s not to like? Try any of our four delicious Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water flavors or Original Seltzer, the product that has been helping people stay refreshed and healthy since 1949.  You can read the entire TheList.com article here. 

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Everyone at Syfo Beverages would like to wish you a safe and Happy Fourth of July. In these unsettling times, celebrating the holiday and spending time with family are more important than ever. However you plan to spend this holiday weekend — whether it’s a backyard barbecue or safely enjoying time outdoors — you can enjoy Syfo Original Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters as healthy and refreshing ways to cool off and make this a special Fourth.

As we celebrate the birth of our great nation, Syfo is proud to say that our product is manufactured and bottled right here in the United States, and has been since 1949. We’re an American small business and it is a privilege to be a part of this great American tradition.

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The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically affected our lives in ways large and small. Perhaps one of the factors that is just more of an inconvenience is the inconsistent availability of some of our favorite items in our local supermarket. 

Take as an example the case with eggs. Egg availability and price have reportedly been on somewhat of a rollercoaster since the outbreak began, with the demand for eggs and processed egg products surging more than 200 percent in the first half of March, when awareness of the pandemic was gaining steam. Things did level off in April with supply improving and prices for a dozen leveling off at around $1.50. Still, many outlets around the country are limiting purchases at two cartons per customer as the pandemic continues. 

So what to do when eggs might not be available for your next baking effort? Why turn to Syfo of course! According to this article on Fox News, Rebekah Strand, development chef for Conagra Brands, says sparkling water or seltzer is the perfect egg substitute for baking ingredients. 

“I use ¼ cup per egg,” says Strand. She noted that both seltzer and flavored sparkling water would work, although the latter may affect the final flavor. 

So now there’s another reason to keep Syfo stocked in your kitchen, besides its healthy, thirst-quenching properties. For a full selection of Syfo recipe ideas, visit our Recipe section. 

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With the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19), our first priority continues to be the health and safety of our team members, customers and the broader community. At this time we are open and operational and doing our best to keep our retail partners supplied.

Best wishes for your health and well being from all of us at Syfo Beverages.

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Your favorite beverages, including sparkling water, have to be delivered in some kind of container. But it may surprise you that fully recyclable PET plastic bottles can be one of the most environmentally-friendly ways to package the refreshing sparkling drinks you love the most.

Syfo Beverages Original Seltzer and Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water bottles are produced on-site from fully recyclable, virgin PET which arrives at our Plant in a single bulk truckload shipment of 4-inch pre-forms. Because we blow our own 1- and 2-liter PET bottles on-site, we have eliminated the high carbon footprint of trucking large-sized empty bottles to our facility in multiple trips. When you factor in that communities with strong curbside recycling programs, recycle up to 70% of PET bottles, the benefits outweigh other types of containers (cans, glass, plant based plastic, boxed water). Each of these alternative containers can have major impacts on the environment based on factors such as high energy needs, high carbon footprint, high water needs, low recycling rates, and container degradation due to temperature. In addition there are potential health impacts from chemicals like BPA (Bisphenol A) or BPS (Bisphenol S) present in the linings of certain containers that can leach into the water. Be assured that our PET bottles contain none of these chemicals or other plasticizer chemicals like phthalates which are used to make some plastics softer.

When all of us support community recycling, we are all being good stewards and contributing to a better, cleaner environment. If you are looking for refreshment products that are healthy for you but are concerned about harming the environment, Syfo is an excellent choice. You can learn more about all of our products here.

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