J Stroke

Fruit juice, carbonated drinks linked to increased stroke risk

October 4, 2024

High water consumption is associated with a lower risk of ischemic stroke, whereas carbonated beverages and fruit drinks are associated with increased stroke risk, according to the INTERSTROKE global study.

Nearly 27,000 participants, spanning 27 countries and including 13,462 stroke cases, reported their beverage consumption through food frequency questionnaires. Carbonated beverages were significantly associated with ischemic stroke (odds ratio [OR], 2.39; 95% CI 1.64-3.49) and intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) (OR 1.58, 95% CI 1.23-2.03). Fruit drinks were associated with higher odds of ICH, especially with daily consumption (OR 1.37, 95% CI 1.08-1.75). Conversely, high water intake (>7 cups/day) was associated with a reduced risk of ischemic stroke (OR 0.82, 95% CI 0.68-0.99).

Given the findings, authors suggest optimizing water intake, minimizing fruit juice/drinks, and avoiding carbonated beverages

Source:

Smyth A, et al. (2024, September 27). J Stroke. Carbonated Beverage, Fruit Drink, and Water Consumption and Risk of Acute Stroke: the INTERSTROKE Case-Control Study. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39326863/