Fortunately, you don’t get stuck in the illusion that Coca-Cola is good for you. Even people who choose this drink usually know that it is toxic to their health. But did you know that just one can of Coca-Cola can significantly change the way your body works and weaken your immune system?

Read on to learn more about what happens to your body after you drink Coke.

What happens to your body in 10 minutes?

Once you’ve finished your can of Coke, the sugar will begin to move through your body. Within 10 minutes, your body has completely absorbed the 10 spoonfuls of sugar in your lemonade. Thanks to the phosphoric acid in your drink, you won’t feel how sweet the cola is, so you won’t have to vomit.

20 to 45 minutes after drinking

Now your body really starts working on the chemicals and sugars you’ve been ingesting. Your insulin levels will rise and try to process the sugar as quickly as possible. This excess sugar is converted into fat, which remains in your body until you burn it. Between 40 and 45 minutes after drinking a can of Coke, your liver begins to absorb all the caffeine from the Coke.

This leads to an increase in blood sugar and a temporary increase in energy. Dopamine levels are also elevated, making you feel happy and excited.

Your body an hour after Coke

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