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.
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
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
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Podcast: SuperLife Podcast
Website: superlife.com
Book: Fatal Conveniences
"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."
