What is Gen Z's new trend Fridge Cigarette? Not a cigarette, but still a poison for health!

News Topical, Digital Desk : New trends keep going viral on social media every day. One such new and strange trend is going viral these days, whose name is 'Fridge Cigarette'. Gen Z is adopting this trend. Let us tell you that the word 'cigarette' is definitely being used in its name, but it has nothing to do with smoking cigarettes.

Actually, in this trend, instead of smoking cigarettes, people are drinking a cold can of Diet Coke from the fridge. They usually do this when they want some relaxation after a stressful day. A video with the caption “Time for my afternoon fridge cigarette” is going viral on social media, which has received millions of views.

This habit has become a kind of digital smoke break. There is no smoke in it, but the feeling of drinking cold coke gives 'comfort like smoking a cigarette'. Our article today is on this topic. We are going to tell you about this trend. Along with this, we will also tell you what effect drinking cold coke is having on the health of the youth. Let's know in detail -

What is the Fridge Cigarette trend?

The term Fridge Cigarette originated from TikTok. The video showed that a can of Diet Coke is taken out of the fridge and opened as if someone is lighting a cigarette. In this video, it was told how the sound of opening a cold drink (hisss...), its fizz and that small pause gives a special feeling. This trend is not related to real cigarettes, rather it means drinking a cold Diet Coke after a day's fatigue or stress and making yourself feel a little relaxed.

Gen Z is taking a smoke break

Gen Z is considering it as a new kind of "smoke break" which does not contain nicotine. But it definitely gives a feeling of style and relaxation. People are also considering it as a way to take a break from screen time and reset the mind. This clearly means getting the same feeling without cigarettes.

Why was Diet Coke made a part of the trend?

Diet Coke is liked by Gen Z because it is cold, fizzy, full of caffeine , low in calories and considered cool. But now the question arises whether it is really good for health or is it a bad habit. So let us tell you that this can cause serious damage to your health. Even though cigarettes are not used in this, Diet Coke is also harmful for health.

What impact is this trend having on health?

• The phosphoric and citric acid present in Diet Coke can weaken the enamel of the teeth. There is a risk of tooth cavity by drinking it repeatedly. Along with this, our teeth also start getting weak.
• It does not contain sugar, but contains artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and Acesulfame K. Which can cause cancer.
• Drinks like Diet Coke can also increase the risk of heart disease , stroke and diabetes.
• Let us tell you that consuming too much caffeine can cause sleep disturbances, nervousness and mild dehydration.
• Apart from this, coke gas can increase problems like bloating and digestion.

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