Anxiety in teenagers linked to sugary drinks – new research

Teens who drank more sugary drinks had a higher levels of anxiety. Antonio Guillem/ Shutterstock

Anxiety affects an estimated one in five teenagers. The condition can seriously affect their social lives, school performance and overall wellbeing. And, worryingly, anxiety disorders that begin during adolescence often continue into adulthood.

Biological, genetic and environmental factors are all known to play a role in a person’s likelihood of developing anxiety. But a growing body of research...