Sugar-sweetened beverages linked with increased risk of premature death from Type 2 diabetes, study flags

20 Apr 2023 — Regular consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks is linked to higher incidences of heart disease-related mortality among people with Type 2 diabetes, while alternative healthier beverages like coffee, tea, low-fat cow’s milk and plain water are associated with an up to 18% lower risk of all-cause mortality, a new study reveals.