Dubiousity: doubtful

The major carcinogenic suspect of most soft drinks is benzene, which is a byproduct of the salts of benzoic acid (sodium benzoate, potassium benzoate, or calcium benzoate) combining with Vitamin C (ascorbic acid).

While citric acid does not contribute significantly to the production of benzene, evidences suggests that the presence of citric acid accelerates the process. Heating, such as exposure to sunlight, also creates benzene. Diet and sugar-free soft drinks are considered more at risk because sugar has been found to inhibit the formation of benzene.
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Doodling is good. It simulates the brain and keeps one preoccupied. But one must be quite bored to stand drawing the same missing hands and the horribly stiff posture over and over and over again. So, here are some experiences I’ve accumulated over the years, condensed into two parts. One can draw anything and call it art, but hopefully, this guideline will save some eyes from bleeding too hard.

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