Soda is not only bad for your health; it’s also bad for your budget. There are many incentives out there for quitting, or at least decreasing your soda intake. Many of these incentives will lead to money savings in the long run. Check out some of these ideas from Frugal For Life:

• It’s healthier to avoid sugary soda. According to researchers, “an extra can of soda a day can pile on 15 pounds (7 kg) in a single year, and the evidence strongly suggests that this sort of increased consumption is a key reason that more people have gained weight.”
• You can choose free or cheaper alternatives, such as water, tea or sugar-free drinks.
• You’ll be less likely to have to deal with cavities. People who drink 3 or more sodas a day have 62% more dental decay, fillings and tooth loss. That can add up to a lot of money in dental care.

To see the other benefits of removing sugary sodas from your diet, head over to How Not Drinking Soda Pop is Frugal.