BMJ Group Jan 21 2025 Fizzy water might aid weight loss by boosting blood glucose uptake and metabolism-the rate at which the body uses and converts energy-but the effects are so small, drinking it can't be relied on alone to shed the pounds, concludes a brief analysis published in the open access journal  BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health. There are no quick fixes to slimming down and keeping off the weight, says the author: regular physical activity and a healthy balanced diet are still