20 Soda Brands to Avoid

Soda brands are ingrained in American culture, known for their taste and refreshment. However, some sodas are unhealthier than others and should be consumed in moderation or avoided altogether due to potential health risks like bloating and other issues. We…

By Austin Smith
Published June 17, 2024, 11:53am ET · 1 min read

A close-up view of an array of cold soda beverages, including a glass Coca-Cola bottle with a red label and numerous silver Pepsi cans featuring blue and red logos. Many of the cans and the bottle show condensation from being chilled.
A collection of cold Coca-Cola bottles and Pepsi cans are displayed together, illustrating a comparison between the beverage brands. © Justin Sullivan / Getty Images News via Getty Images
Austin Smith

Austin Smith is a financial publisher with over two decades of experience as an investor, analyst, and advisor. He covers stocks, ETFs, Artificial intelligence and personal finance for 24/7 Wall St. Previously, he spent over a decade at The Motley Fool as a senior editor for Fool.com, portfolio advisor for Millionacres, and launched The Ascent to help reader take control of their personal finances.

His work has been featured on Fool.com, NPR, CNBC, USA Today, Yahoo Finance, MSN, AOL, Marketwatch, and many other publications. He is as an advisor to private companies, and co-hosts The AI Investor Podcast with Eric Bleeker. 

When not looking for investment opportunities, he can be found skiing, running, or playing soccer with his children. Learn more about Austin's investment approach here.

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