Impact of Artificial Sweeteners
Diet soda contains artificial sweeteners like aspartame or sucralose, which give it a sweet taste without adding significant calories. However, these sweeteners may contain minor caloric content, often less than 5 calories per serving.
Metabolic Effects of Sweeteners
While the calorie count is low, the metabolic effects of sweeteners may lead to increased cravings and higher overall caloric intake from other foods.
Conclusion
Diet soda has minimal direct calories, but its artificial sweeteners can indirectly increase total caloric consumption.