Healthier drink choices rely on hydration quality, understanding the physiological effects of caffeine, and identifying nutrient-dense alternatives like bone broth.
According to Anheuser-Busch, Natural Light was the company's first reduced-calorie light beer. The beer was first introduced in 1977 and is considered to be an American style light lager. In addition to being low in calories, the beer is also fat-free and low in carbohydrates.
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Water is big business. Distilled water was considered for general consumption in the 1960's when demand for water in certain areas of the world outstripped availability. Cruise ships also needed ready access to clean water.
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To lose weight, you need to take in fewer calories than you burn. Eating fewer unhealthy foods like refined carbohydrates and sugar and more healthy foods like complex carbs and healthy fats can help. Packed with fiber and omega-3 fatty acids, flaxseeds are a nutritious food to add to your weight-loss diet.
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India Pale Ale is a beer characterized by a light color and strong hoppy flavor. About six different styles of pale ales exist, including the IPA. The nutritional values of IPAs vary depending on the manufacturer, ingredients and brewing process.
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Coconuts may be classified as a nut, seed and a fruit -- but don't confuse coconut water with coconut milk. Coconut water is the thin liquid in the center of a young green coconut; coconut milk is made by mashing the meat of the coconut with water to make a thick pulp, which is then cooked.
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Rates of soda consumption have risen dramatically in the United States, and many people drink soda daily. At the same time, rising rates of obesity and diabetes are causing concern. Giving up soda or at least reducing your consumption is a wise step to improving your diet and overall health.
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For many, coffee is an eye opener, a pleasant break or a way to make a social connection. However, anxiety and irritability sometimes occur in conjunction with drinking coffee. People who are not regular coffee drinkers are more prone to these side effects, according to an August 2010 study report published in "
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Bronchitis is a disease in which the lining of the lungs and bronchial tubes become infected and inflamed. Symptoms of bronchitis include cough, fatigue, wheezing slight fevers and chest discomfort and the disease may be chronic or acute. There is no known cure for chronic bronchitis.
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Spirulina is a blue-green algae that is high in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and protein. Spirulina also contains vital nutrients, such as beta-carotene, vitamin E and gamma linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid that supports joint and brain function, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center.
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Circle K is a chain of convenience stores that was founded in El Paso, Texas in 1951. Since then, Circle K has expanded to seven other countries besides the United States, and as of 2011, Circle K operates 6,000 locations.
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You can count on cranberry juice to provide antioxidant benefits for your body because it's a rich source of vitamins C and E. It also contains antioxidant compounds called flavonoids that have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
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Licorice root teas have been traditionally used to treat a number of different conditions, from upset stomach to the common cold. True licorice root teas contain a bioactive compound called glycyrrhizin that can have both good and bad effects on human health.
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Beer doesn't contribute much to your diet; certainly, milk or juice would be better choices if you're looking for nutrients. But sometimes you just want a cold brew. It never hurts to know the details of what you're putting in your body, even if it's a very-low-calorie option such as Beck's Premier Light.
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Boost is a nutritional supplement drink from Nestle Nutrition, and varieties include regular, high-calorie, low-calorie, high-protein and low-sugar. When you are deciding whether Boost is good for you, read the package labels for all the nutrient information and ingredients.
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Decaf coffee is unlikely to be harmful for your health if you drink it in moderate amounts and without an excess of cream or sweeteners. However, decaf coffee can raise cholesterol levels, which may be of concern to people at risk for heart disease.
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Give your homemade orange juice a nutrition and flavor boost by juicing with the peel. Oranges are famous for their vitamin C content, but they're also a good source of vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, potassium and a variety of other essential minerals.
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Carbohydrates are mostly found in grains, legumes, starchy vegetables, fruits, milk, yogurt and sugar. Although lemon is considered a fruit, it is not as sweet as most other fruits because of its lower carbohydrate content.
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Coors Light was introduced by the Coors Brewing Company in 1978 as a response to the nation's growing interest in fitness and nutrition. It has since become the top selling beer of the brand and the third top selling beer in the United States. It coined the nickname "Silver Bullet"
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Many women, once they find out they're pregnant, worry about the behaviors in which they engaged during early pregnancy. One of the most common concerns in mothers-to-be is that alcohol consumed before they found out they were pregnant will hurt the baby.
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If you need a perky dose of caffeine but don't want a traditional coffee, you could turn to an energy drink. The XS Energy Drink is one of your many options when it comes to such caffeinated, non-coffee beverages.
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