Don’t drink these even when it’s boiling hot: stay away from 2 “fake healthy” beverages whose sugar content is way beyond what you think
The tastier it is, the more it makes you gain weight…
As the weather gets warmer, you may want to pick up an icy, refreshing drink to cool down and quench your thirst while you’re out. Would you choose a hand-shaken drink, a bottled beverage, or plain water? Beyond these popular options, there are plenty of drinks marketed as healthy, yet some aren’t as healthy as you might think. The next time you need a drink to quench your thirst on the go, remember to avoid the following two “fake healthy drinks.”
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1. Fruit juice is high in sugar, and drinking too much can lead to weight gain!
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You probably agree that fruit juice is a healthy drink, especially fresh-squeezed juice, which is often seen as natural and full of fiber. Yet many bottled fruit juices on the market, and even fresh-squeezed juices, contain added sugar. Drinking too much can lead to weight gain and cause your blood sugar to spike, indirectly making you feel hungrier. Once your appetite increases, you’ll eat more. What’s more, much of the fiber is lost when fruit is juiced. If you choose juice for “health” reasons, you need to understand that it isn’t as healthy as you may think.
2. Are smoothies only healthy if you make them yourself?
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Like fruit juice, smoothies made with fruit and yogurt can also come with hidden health pitfalls. Store-bought smoothies often contain added sugar, syrup, sweeteners, or preservatives, especially bottled varieties, for flavor and a longer shelf life. Drinking too much can lead to weight gain. Of course, that doesn’t mean smoothies themselves are unhealthy. For a healthy smoothie, check the ingredients or make one at home to ensure it doesn’t contain too much added sugar.
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