RETHINK YOUR DRINK
Most of us consume too much added sugar, which can lead to significant health issues such as weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, kidney diseases, non-alcoholic liver disease, cavities and gout (a type of arthritis).1
What are sugary drinks?1
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Limiting sugary drinks can help you maintain a healthy weight and have a healthy diet.
Tricks to Rethink Your Drink
Here are some tips on how to switch to healthier drinks that will quench your thirst and still taste good!1,2
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Remember that by selecting water and other healthy, low-calorie beverages, you may set an example for your friends and family.
References:
- Available from: https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/healthy_eating/drinks.html. Accessed on November 10, 2021.
- Available from: https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/sugar/rethink-your-drink-reducing-sugary-drinks-in-your-diets. Accessed on November 10, 2021.