Re: The real scoop on zero-calorie sweeteners, by Drs. Oz and Roizen, Sept. 26. The Canadian Beverage Association (CBA) would like to address a recent article on zero calorie beverages and weight ...

Diet sodas have zero calories ... lose weight, or at least stay the same weight. But no–several studies have proved conclusively that drinking diet soda is associated with weight gain.

As you know, a diet that is high in calories can contribute to weight gain. And weight gain can lead ... numbers on the nutritional label read zero—no calories, carbs, or sugar.