New research from Japan suggests drinking sparkling water can help support weight loss through satiety and energy production. Researcher Akira Takanashi and nutrition experts discuss this as a method for weight management.

Sparkling water may help aid digestion and speed up metabolism, a new study finds. But it shouldn't be used as the sole method for dropping pounds.

A new study finds that drinking carbonated or sparkling water may contribute to weight loss via two mechanisms, though it may need other factors to make a significant impact.

As sales of non-alcoholic drinks soar , sparkling water is having a moment. Craft Canadian makers, such as Hamilton’s Botany , Montreal’s Le Seltzer , Ottawa’s City Seltzer , Toronto’s Barbet and Victoria’s Spinnakers ,

Research will be needed to understand whether a new hypothesis on how fizzy water could affect body weight holds up.

The body absorbs the carbon in a way that “may support weight loss,” according to a new study, but carbonated drinks are not a “standalone solution”

Carbonated water, or sparkling water, is highlighted for its potential health benefits, including aiding hydration and weight loss by boosting metabolism and managing blood glucose levels. However, moderation is important to avoid issues like gas and abdominal pain.

Don't expect to shed pounds solely due to your choice of beverage. The benefits of drinking carbonated water for weight loss are “so small that it is difficult to expect weight loss effects solely from the CO2 in carbonated water,” the study notes.

According to the report, the carbon dioxide in sparkling water may help to prevent this by stimulating glycolysis, a process the body uses to break down glucose for energy and keep blood sugar levels low. More research is needed to confirm the report’s findings and to understand how bubbly water can best work for weight loss.