Mineral waters are generally seen as beneficial.

The problem with mosth sodas lies with the sugar, artificial colors and some problematic ingredients ... not with the carbonation.

Most artificial sugars have bad health effects.

Replacing soda with processed apple juice won't have much health benefits as they are likely to contain the same amount of sugar (the sugar in the juice in the apple juice is HFCS used in soda.)

This video talks about benefits of carbonated water:

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