Systematic Review of the Effects of Sparkling Water Consumption on Blood Pressure.

Abstract in brief

• National health agencies and professional societies advocate for lower sodium intake to manage blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risks, despite ongoing debate within the scientific community about these guidelines.
• Recent studies focus on how carbonated water consumption affects blood pressure, emphasizing the nervous system's influence right after drinking, rather than just nutritional content as previously emphasized.
• There is still uncertainty about whether people with high blood pressure should avoid sparkling water, and the review discusses various physiological mechanisms and recommendations but concludes that the issue remains unresolved.