Keep in mind, I am an Exercise Scientist, not a Nutritionist,,,
Coca-Cola
I am a Coke fanatic. As in the real thing. No diet. No, Pepsi is not OK. Don't try to substitute in secret... I can smell the difference.
I've loved Coke for as long as I can remember. My current mode of choice is in Sonic form... usually Large during Happy Hour which still comes in under $1... barely. In my hometown of Ruston, Louisiana, I prefer my Coke in Icee form, either from Citgo U Pak It on Tech Drive (formerly Handee Mart) or Ken's Mini Mart on the Choudrant exit.
It is difficult to defend my vice. However, if I am forced to, I will justify it as an sports drink... sugar for energy, caffeine for performance enhancement, water for hydration.
That's my story, and I'm sticking to it.