In some instances, flavored water vitamins are also fat-soluble. Because the water itself has zero calories, it is somewhat debatable whether the body can ingest a sizeable amount of vitamins like A and E.
If you must have a bottle of flavored water, read the label prior to making your purchase. More times than not, the sugar content will leave you worse for wear and drinking plain water would be the best trade-off. You can always get the right amount of nutrients in other ways.
Energy Drinks
Energy drinks may be the latest craze in pick-me-up beverages, but if staying healthy is important to you, there’s more you need to know about them besides their caffeine content. For example, you will find energy drinks with as much as 280 calories and 62grams of sugar, making them unhealthier than a can of soda. Add this drink with other food and beverages you consume throughout the day and you end up with way more than the advised daily limit for sugar intake.
Furthermore, besides causing blood sugar to become dangerously high and encouraging weight gain, the FDA has warned that excessive drinking of these beverages could possibly be fatal. In fact, in late 2012, it was assessed that 5 fatalities and 40 illnesses were caused by one popular energy drink, and 2 serious disabilities and 13 illnesses was caused by another.
Additional reports state that energy drinks have been responsible for strokes, irregular heartbeat, loss of consciousness, heart attacks, and psychotic episodes. If you must have a boost during your day, choose coffee over an energy drink. Not only will you consume less calories with a “regular” coffee, you will preserve your health as well.
Apple Juice
It may be a surprise that apple juice is mentioned on this list. For many, apples are a nutritious, delicious treat. However, the beverage is another story. An 8oz glass or bottle of juice awards you 117 calories and 28 grams of carbohydrates. Those numbers can add up. A glass of apple juice may be fine now and then, but shouldn’t become a favorite.
SO, WHAT CAN YOU DO?
The next time you are thirsty and look for something refreshing to drink, check the labels. If you are out at a restaurant, be prepared beforehand and know what you should and should not order. If you must have something other than water it can be tough; but there are many choices available or create your own. And forget diet drinks. They have less calories but more chemicals like artificial sweeteners. Just be careful of what you drink, and your body will thank you for it.
