Following enactment of excise taxes on sugary drinks, purchases declined dramatically and steadily in five American cities.

The consumption of sugary drinks worldwide increased at least 16% since 1990, but regional intake widely varied, researchers report.

Researchers tested 60 beverages, including mixed-fruit juices and soft drinks, and found elevated levels of toxic metals in five of them.

Warning labels on soda and other sugar-sweetened drinks could prevent weight gain and reduce medical costs. But the benefits aren't expected to last.

Breast cancer patients who regularly drink sugary soda have an increased risk of dying from any cause and from breast cancer in particular.

Warnings on soda have been ruled a violation of companies' right to commercial speech. Health experts say they could protect people's health.

After Philadelphia imposed a soda tax, sales dropped 46%. But there's a catch: sales immediately outside the city saw a dramatic increase.

Economists considered health, enjoyment, tax revenue, and other factors in their consideration of a nationwide soda tax.

Kids should drink water throughout the day, say researchers. When they don't, more sugary drinks sneak into their diets.