Sparkling Water and Colorectal Cancer: What the PFAS Link Really Means
There’s no direct evidence that canned sparkling water causes colorectal cancer, but packaging can leach PFAS (forever chemicals) that may affect gut health; the levels in beverages are usually well below federal advisory limits, and experts say the science is still evolving. Moderation, filtered water, and a varied diet are advised, along with adhering to established colorectal cancer risk factors and screening, while more long-term research is needed.