When you want to look after your skin and tone your body, you usually pay attention to what you eat while keeping up with exercise… But one thing that often gets overlooked is what you drink. Today, we’re sharing a list of drinks to limit, along with alternatives to enjoy more often, to complement your eating habits.
Drinks to limit on a daily basis
Alcohol
Cocktails, white or red wine, beer, champagne… Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram, and some alcoholic drinks may also contain sugar. When you consider that a single glass of wine contains roughly 10 g of alcohol, the amounts can quickly add up… To limit your intake, enjoy alcohol occasionally — for example, a single drink on special occasions — and try alternating each drink with a large glass of water.
Sodas: the drinks to cut out without question
Fizzy drinks are far too sugary. Did you know that a single can of soda contains the equivalent of 6 to 7 cubes of refined sugar? Consuming a lot of sugar can increase your overall energy intake. What’s more, a sugary drink enjoyed between meals can easily add to your intake for the day… If you’re trying to maintain a balanced diet, sodas are therefore among the drinks to limit. To cut back gradually, replace your can with homemade flavoured sparkling water, or dilute a little freshly squeezed fruit juice with sparkling water.
Flavoured sparkling waters with added sugar
Plain sparkling water is not the same as a sugary fizzy drink: it contains neither sugar nor calories. If you enjoy bubbles, it can simply make water more pleasant to drink every day — it’s up to you to choose what you like. The versions to limit are flavoured sparkling waters that contain added sugar or sweeteners, so check the label before choosing. Opt for plain versions with no added sugar, and alternate with still water throughout the day. For extra flavour, add a slice of lemon, a few mint leaves or some cucumber slices yourself.
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Fruit juices
Despite what the attractive packaging might suggest, shop-bought fruit juices can contain sweeteners, concentrated juices and flavourings… They are therefore among the drinks to limit when you’re paying attention to your diet. Instead, make your own fresh juices at home using seasonal fruit, or check the ingredients list before choosing.
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Milk-based drinks
Hot chocolate, cappuccino, mocha, macchiato… All these milk- or cream-based drinks are too calorie-dense to have every day and are best kept as occasional treats. If you really can’t do without them, opt for skimmed or plant-based milks, which are lower in fat. Even better, choose green tea or herbal tea instead. We’ve even put together some herbal tea ideas right here!
So what can I drink?
Don’t panic! Even though water is the only drink our bodies truly need, there are plenty of other options to keep things interesting. In the morning, for instance, try a glass of warm or cool water with the juice of an organic lemon, simply to vary the flavours.
Throughout the rest of the day, you can enjoy a wide variety of drinks: homemade fruit juices, homemade smoothies (in reasonable amounts), herbal infusions, tea and coffee (unsweetened!), fruit-infused water (made yourself), hot or cold broths… You’ll soon forget all about sodas and other processed drinks, saving them for the rare special occasion.
But keep in mind that, for everyday hydration, still water remains the go-to drink. Keep a bottle within reach, at home or at work, and take regular small sips without waiting until you feel thirsty.
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