Purines are the larger of the two types of bases found in DNA. Cytosine and thymine are pyrimidines. The deoxyribose sugar of the DNA backbone has 5 carbons and 3 oxygens. The carbon atoms are numbered 1', 2', 3', 4', and 5' to distinguish from the numbering of the atoms of the purine and pyrmidine rings.
Be it a cola, non-cola, diet soda or other sugar-sweetened carbonated beverage, carbonated beverages can increase your risk of serious health issues. Soda, especially colas, contains high levels of phosphoric acid, which is closely linked with the development of kidney stones and other renal problems.
Low-Calorie Sweeteners Do Not Affect Kidney Function. The Calorie Control Council is concerned about a study presented at an October 2009 meeting of the American College of Nephrology in San Diego, at which presenters allege that âartificially sweetened sodaâ (diet sodas) impact kidney function or otherwise cause kidney problems or kidney damage.