Doctors are not big fans. They’d rather you drink clear fluids. Water, ginger ale, or broth. Boring, right?
The American Academy of Pediatrics warns against soda for kids with stomach bugs. Too much sugar and acid can mess with electrolyte balance. It is harsh on a tender tummy.
But here is the truth: anecdotal evidence is huge. Millions of people say it works for them. Your grandma isn’t lying when she hands you a can.
It likely works best for specific pains. Think: mild indigestion. Or a heavy, fatty meal that sits like a rock. The acid and bubbles might break down the sludge.
For a viral bug? Not so much. You are better off with Pedialyte. But that stuff tastes like sad, salty water.
