Ah, the soft drinks! Who doesn't love this fizzy drink that accompanies us through the best and worst moments of life? Whether at a party or on that basic break to unwind, soda is always there. But have you ever stopped to think about the stories and oddities behind these bubbly delights?
Well, my friends, embark with me on this tasty and hilarious journey through the world of soft drinks, where we will reveal seven unusual facts about these beloved brands.
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Here we go? Prepare the ice and the glass, and of course the soft drink, that fun is guaranteed!
Origin of coolant – Did you know that the first known fizzy drink was created by an English chemist named Joseph Priestley back in 1767? Well, the guy simply mixed water with carbon dioxide and made history! But it doesn't stop there: it was in 1807 that a Benjamin Silliman marketed the first soda, selling sparkling water in his own pharmacy. Just imagine, picking up a soda at Benjamin's pharmacy!
Coca-Cola and the Secret Formula – So, do you know that Coca-Cola 'punch secret'? So, John Pemberton created this beauty's formula in 1886, and since then it's been one of the best kept mysteries on this planet! They say that only two people in the company know the entire recipe, and they don't even dare to travel together. Imagine if something happens to both of them? Goodbye, secret formula!
7UP and Lithium – Now, check out this curiosity about 7UP! When it was launched, back in 1929, the drink had a slightly unusual ingredient: lithium citrate, a chemical compound that is used to treat bipolar disorders and depression. It took a while, but in 1950 they decided to remove lithium from the soda formula. Who knew, right? A soda that was practically an antidepressant!
Fanta and Nazi Germany – So, do you know Fanta's story? So, this drink appeared in Germany during World War II, because there was a trade embargo that prevented Coca-Cola from importing its ingredients. Then, the Germans had the idea of creating a soda using ingredients they had right there and, tchanran, Fanta was born!
Soft drinks and tooth decay – Studies show that drinking too much soda can mess up our tooth enamel, all because of all that sugar and acidity in these delicious drinks. So, to keep that beautiful smile, it's good to hold back on the amount of soda and take care of brushing, see? No exaggerating the dose!
Soft drinks have a very long and interesting history, with several curiosities and innovations over time.
And hey, while we sip our favorite bubbly refreshments, it's nice to learn some surprising facts about these drinks we love. After all, knowledge is never too much, right?