Gender Differences in Risk
Interestingly, soft drinks don’t affect all populations equally. Women, particularly those post-menopause, face greater risks than men. The Framingham Osteoporosis Study documented this disparity. Researchers found cola intake associated with lower BMD at the hip in women but not in men. This gender difference points to a potential interaction. Hormonal factors may combine with soft drink consumption to influence bone health outcomes in complex ways.