i agree with you,this increase in the prices of soft drinks is unjustified,though i wouldn't reccomend it all the time,but having a can of sprite is fine occasionally,but i still prefer to drink water and fruit juices,these are healthier options,although when you have had a heavy meal,you would certainly want to wash it down with these sodas,it gives you that temporary relief,but again switch to water,fruit juice and milk.