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.

Sparkling water and its impact on body size has gotten buzz on social media for years. Some people claim the fizzy stuff can lead to weight loss, while others claim it leads to weight gain. Now, a new study suggests that carbonated water may impact your blood sugar levels which may, in theory, support weight loss.