You’ve probably heard that one 12-ounce soda has about 150
calories and 10 teaspoons of sugar. But did you know that juice can have even
more sugar than soda?
Drinking sugared soda, fruit drinks, and juice can add up
quickly. It’s easy to consume several hundred calories a day without realizing
it. Research suggests that people who drink soda or other sugary beverages on a
regular basis are more likely to gain weight than those who don’t, and that
switching from these to water or unsweetened drinks can reduce weight.
Without a doubt, drinking water is one of the best ways to
stay hydrated and manage your weight. It’s thirst quenching and calorie free.
So, drink up! And to determine your individual fluid requirement, divide your
body weight in half – that’s approximately how many ounces you need daily. For
example, a person who weighs 180 pounds needs about 90 ounces of fluid per day. Please share in the comment section below. Your ideas could
be very helpful to other readers.
Guest post provided by Lorraine Matthews-Antosiewicz, MS RD.
Lorraine is a food and nutrition expert specializing in weight management and
digestive health. She is committed to
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