A new study finds that drinking carbonated or sparkling water may contribute to weight loss via two mechanisms, though it may need other factors to make a significant impact.

Don't expect to shed pounds solely due to your choice of beverage. The benefits of drinking carbonated water for weight loss are “so small that it is difficult to expect weight loss effects solely from the CO2 in carbonated water,” the study notes.

According to the report, the carbon dioxide in sparkling water may help to prevent this by stimulating glycolysis, a process the body uses to break down glucose for energy and keep blood sugar levels low. More research is needed to confirm the report’s findings and to understand how bubbly water can best work for weight loss.