'I gave up my beloved Diet Coke - it has changed my life'

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A refreshing can of fizzy drink can be a real treat. People all over the globe have bought their favourite drinks from iconic brands for decades.

They include sugary drinks, and sugar-free ones, such as Diet Coke. But just because they're popular, it doesn't mean fizzy drinks are particularly good for our health, even sugar-free ones, Express deputy lifestyle editor Millie Bull is a big Diet Coke fan.

She decided to cut out her favourite beverage - and noticed some surprising results. READ MORE: We compared Domino's Pizza with Papa Johns and the result surprised us all In my opinion, there is nothing better than the sound of opening a cold can of Diet Coke on a warm day - or any day.

I loved the caramelised flavour, the bubbles on my tongue and the slight burning sensation as it hit the back of my throat. And my love of carbonated beverages wasn't just designated for Diet Coke.