Soda Pop and its Problem Did you know the adult person drinks about 2-3 cans of pop a day. Teenagers drink about 3-4 cans a day. But drinking too much can be a real problem because the dangers seem hidden. Pop may seem like a good combination with pizza or other salty or fatty foods because the salt in the food makes your tongue crave sweetness. The sweetness of the pop compensates the urge and it makes you able to eat more fatty food if you drink pop. The sugar in the pop is also extremely bad for your teeth. It can cause cavities and contribute to gum disease. The most hazardous thing in pop is the carbonated water. The carbonated water goes through your body and into your intes