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These people were drinking a few cans of soda a day. Here's what happened to their health when they gave it up.

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Consumption of soda in the U.S. has consistently fallen for more than a decade .

A 20-ounce bottle of Coke contains 240 calories and 65 grams of sugar, for example.

Probiotic and prebiotic sodas are becoming more popular each year, but these tend to have significantly less sugar and additives.

Bennett Barrier stopped drinking soda nearly a decade ago after becoming dehydrated at work.

Nutritionists say you needn't give up soda altogether, but it’s wise to cut back if it's become part of your routine.

"Soda should be an occasional treat, not a daily habit," dietitian Scott Keatley says.