In this study researchers assessed whether soft-drink intake is connected with the development of Metabolic Syndrome.

Metabolic Syndrome is a collection of disorders that occur together and increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease.

The results suggested that the consumption of sugar-sweetened and artificially-sweetened beverages is connected with the development of Metabolic Syndrome.

Reference:

Narain A, et al., Soft drink intake and the risk of metabolic syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis. International Journal of Clinical Practice, 01/17/2017.