Are they both fine to drink? Yes. Unless you’re watching your sodium intake. Club soda has a tiny amount of sodium—about 20-30 mg per can.
Sparkling water? Literally zero sodium. So if your doctor said “cut the salt,” grab the sparkling water. Your heart will high-five you.
Some people worry carbonation is bad for teeth. News flash: it’s mainly the sugar in soda that’s the villain. Plain fizzy water? Nearly harmless. (Though flavorings with citric acid can be rough—watch out, lemon-lime fans.)
The Great Flavor War
Now comes the wild part: flavored sparkling waters. LaCroix, Bubly, Waterloo—they’ve taken over the world. But are they sparkling water or club soda? Trick question. They’re carbonated water with natural flavors added. Usually no minerals.
So that can of LaCroix sitting in your fridge? It’s sparkling water, not club soda. Unless the label says “club soda” or “mineral water.” Check the back. I dare you.
And here’s a funny detail: some brands still use the term “soda water” interchangeably with club soda. It’s a mess. A bubbly, beautiful mess.
