Healthier drink choices rely on hydration quality, understanding the physiological effects of caffeine, and identifying nutrient-dense alternatives like bone broth.
The juices of fruits and vegetables with the highest concentrations of antioxidants offer the best protection against damage caused by free radicals, unstable molecules that naturally occur in your body. The best antioxidant juices contain 100 percent natural fruits or vegetables.
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A traditional margarita is made with tequila, triple sec and lime juice. A frozen strawberry margarita is made by combining these ingredients -- plus strawberries -- with ice cubes and blending until smooth.
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Powdered milk comes in a variety of forms, such as whole, buttermilk, non-fat and skim. It is a source of vitamins and minerals such as magnesium, calcium, zinc, potassium and phosphorous.
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Vanilla powder, commonly made with sugar, vanilla bean and cornstarch, can be used as a sweetener for coffee and tea. You can also use it to add sweetness and flavor to recipes. The calories in this powder may contribute to your daily nutritional goals.
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Avocado smoothies are made with fresh, cubed avocado, a rich, buttery, slightly nutty-flavored fruit. You may add other ingredients, such as milk and honey, to increase the protein content and enhance the sweetness of your smoothie.
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Vodka is a hard liquor known for its high alcohol content. Usually served in mixed drinks or as a 1-oz. shot, vodka is a main staple of many business who specialize in service of alcohol.
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Coffee liqueurs taste sweet but arenβt always friendly to your waistline -- even when you drink them on the rocks or in no-calorie coffee. You up your calorie count even more when you mix this liqueur into certain cocktails.
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If you're in the habit of drinking a latte every morning, you may be consuming more calories than you think. A latte is made with milk, which adds more calories to the drink than a traditional cup of coffee, according to MayoClinic.com.
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Avocado is considered a high-calorie food, though the fat contained is heart-friendly monounsaturated fat. Avocados come in several types, and each has different calorie counts. California and Florida avocados are two popular types of avocado.
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When you're tired, in a hurry and don't want to spend a lot of money, coffee from a vending machine is appealing. With competition from coffee shops, many vending machines are offering both higher quality instant coffee and coffee made from fresh grounds.
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Rum is distilled from sugar cane and molasses and aged in oak barrels. It has the quality of mixing easily with other flavors. This makes rum a popular alcohol year round. In winter, the rich flavor of rum adds to coffee and other hot drinks and in summer months is the perfect companion to fruit juices and sodas.
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If you enjoy the taste of beer, but do not wish to drink alcohol, non-alcoholic versions are available. Beck's provides you with the taste of beer, while allowing you to drive home safely and without packing in large numbers of extra calories.
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Cointreau is a premium brand of triple sec, an orange-flavored liqueur made from the dried peels of Curacao oranges. Cointreau is produced in France at the Remy Cointreau distillery. There are fewer calories in an ounce of Cointreau than in an ounce of a typical triple sec liqueur.
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Monster Energy drinks are full of numerous ingredients that promise to increase endurance, create lasting energy and improve concentration. The effects of the beverage will vary from person to person.
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Water is alkaline when it has its pH level adjusted so that it is around 8 or 9, making it a base. Many of its proponents believe this improves your body's health because the body tends to gravitate towards being acidic, which can weaken your immune system, making you more susceptible to illness.
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If you plan to drink 8 oz of wine, or two 4 oz glasses, the variety you choose will affect how many calories you consume. Red wine has more calories than white, but dessert wines have more than reds.
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A night on the town doesn't need to derail your diet -- as long as you choose your cocktails carefully and consume them in moderation. One way to go is to order a vodka soda.
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Soft drinks, many of which contain high-fructose corn syrup, are a major source of added sugars in the American diet. Avoiding soft drinks that contain fructose is one way to reduce your intake of added sugars and empty calories.
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The calories hiding in each standard drink can vary depending on beverage choice and the added ingredients. A standard drink is any drink that contains about 0.6 fluid ounces of "pure" alcohol, according to the National Institutes of Health. Twelve ounces of regular beer, 5 oz. of wine and a 1.5-oz.
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Wine, both white and red, has been consumed for centuries and by many different cultures. The grape's skin determines the wine's color, according to Cellarnotes.net. Calorie and sugar content is different across many kinds of wine.
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