Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Sugar-Sweetened Beverages & Kids (Habit - Water)

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Nationwide data show that children and teens drink most of their sugary calories at home. So parents can help kids cut back by not stocking soda, fruit punch, and other sugary drinks in the house, and making them an occasional treat rather than a daily beverage.

Keep a pitcher of water with ice and lemon slices in the fridge, so there's always a refreshing, healthy beverage ready to drink. Some people may enjoy a small glass of 100% fruit juice as a great way to start the day. After that, juice is just another high-calorie way to get water. Limit the amount of juice you buy, and skip the "fruit drinks," which are basically flavored sugar water.

There are many options for what to drink, but without a doubt, water is the best choice: It's calorie-free, and it's as easy to find as the nearest tap.  
-The Harvard Nutrition Source 

To see six ideas for low-sugar drinks check out ...

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/healthy-drinks/low-sugar-drink-ideas/index.html

In the comments box below post one way you will get replace sugary beverages with water.   

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