Key Takeaways

Neither zero-sugar soda nor diet soda is likely to raise blood sugar directly.

The best choice is the one you enjoy occasionally, which helps you cut back on sugary drinks without increasing cravings or causing unwanted blood sugar responses.

Water remains the top choice for blood sugar stability.

Neither diet soda nor zero-sugar soda contains added sugar, so neither typically has a direct effect on blood sugar levels. In other words, they don't contain carbohydrates significant enough to trigger a blood sugar response in most people.

The Key Difference Between Zero Sugar vs. Diet Soda

The main difference between zero-sugar and diet soda lies in their sweetening ingredients:

Diet soda has traditionally used aspartame to provide sweetness without calories, because it

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