SuperLife with Darin Olien

The Hidden Dangers of Sparkling Water


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In this solo episode of the SuperLife podcast, Darin Olien pulls back the curtain on one of the most popular "healthy" beverage trends—sparkling water. From its surprising origins to its hidden impact on your teeth, gut, and kidneys, Darin explains why that fizzy drink might not be as harmless as you think. He breaks down the science behind carbonic acid, body pH, and the systemic strain sparkling water can put on your health over time.

Darin also shares actionable solutions for how you can hydrate smarter, including his favorite ways to upgrade your water naturally. This is an essential listen for anyone who’s reaching for a bubbly beverage without understanding the long-term consequences.

 

 

What You’ll Learn:
  • 00:00 – Welcome to the SuperLife Podcast

  • 00:32 – Sponsor: Thera Sage PMF Healing Technology (15% off with code DARIN)

  • 02:15 – Sparkling water: Is it really healthier than soda?

  • 03:12 – The Fatal Convenience™️ of sparkling water

  • 03:56 – Why sparkling water has become so popular

  • 04:25 – The history of carbonated water and mineral springs

  • 05:35 – How carbonated water was marketed as a cure for ailments

  • 06:12 – The rise of the global sparkling water market

  • 07:16 – The acidic problem with sparkling water

  • 07:53 – How carbonic acid disrupts your body's pH balance

  • 09:06 – Why sparkling water is far more acidic than you think

  • 09:47 – The damaging effects on your teeth, mouth, and microflora

  • 11:28 – How sparkling water can worsen acid reflux and GERD

  • 12:07 – Sparkling water’s surprising impact on hunger hormones

  • 12:45 – The strain sparkling water puts on your kidneys

  • 13:54 – Long-term risks: Metabolic acidosis, bone loss, chronic kidney disease

  • 14:25 – Hacks to minimize sparkling water damage (if you still want to drink it)

  • 14:55 – Darin’s favorite ways to upgrade your water naturally

  • 15:29 – Final thoughts: Burst the carbonic acid bubble and protect your health

 

  Links and Resources

Study: An Overview of the Effects of Carbonated Drinks

Study: Carbon Dioxide in Carbonated Water

Is Seltzer Water Ruining Your Teeth?

Facts About Metabolic Acidosis

The PH of Major Sparkling Brands

Infused Water Recipes

 

  Thank You to Our Sponsor:
  • Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off

 

 

Find More From Darin Olien
  • Instagram: @darinolien

  • Podcast: SuperLife Podcast

  • Website: superlife.com

  • Book: Fatal Conveniences

 

 

Key Takeaway:

"Sparkling water may seem like a harmless soda alternative, but the carbonic acid and high acidity can quietly erode your health over time—damaging your teeth, burdening your kidneys, and even altering your body’s pH balance. Hydrate smarter."

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