Whether you are watching your weight or just want to eat healthier, taking a look at what you drink is key. Empty calories can lurk in all types of beverages - especially these: 

1. Coffee drinks with full-fat dairy, artificial flavorings, and extras such as chocolate sprinkles. These can pack as many calories (and fat) as a meal. A better option is a plain coffee with soymilk or, better yet, antioxidant-rich green tea.
2. Frothy summer cocktails. Whether it’s a margarita or a pina colada, sugary summer drinks pack a double dose of calories due to alcohol and sugar - some can top 800 calories in one drink.  A better option is a glass of red wine (60-100 calories) or a light beer (about 100 calories).
3. Non-juice “juice drinks.” Before buying juice, read the label and make sure it is 100% juice (not just “made with” real juice) and check for sweeteners and calories. Many of these products are no better than drinking sugar water.
4. Soda. There just isn’t anything nutritious about soda, whether it’s diet or regular. If you’re a soda addict, break the habit by eliminating soda as a treat, and stop reaching for it automatically with a meal or as a thirst quencher.

Don’t miss next Monday’s Daily Tip when we cover the healthiest beverages.

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