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Summertime Drinks Tips From The Meriden Health Department
July 17, 2014
It's time for farmers' markets, picnics, and other outdoor activities. Take the kids to the local parks, and enjoy swimming, biking, running, and walking. There are many ways to have fun, and keep active!It's important to drink plenty of fluids every day and especially when participating in sports. Choose drinks that quench your thirst, but do not add extra sugar or fat, to your daily diet.
20 ounces of cola is 227 calories vs sparkling water with natural lemon at 0 calories! 12 ounce fruit punch is 192 calories vs seltzer water with 2 ounces of pure orange juice at 30 calories. A normal 12 ounce sports drink is 320 calories. Whole chocolate milk is 208 calories vs chocolate milk with 1% low fat at 105 calories.
Smoothies can add extra calories, be aware of those that can! Don't add extra sugar to your smoothie; if you are ordering at a restaurant ask them to hold the extra sugar. Just use fruit juice (100% juice), and yogurt and order a small size rather than an extra large or even large.
Make sure you read the labels on beverage containers! Read the nutrition facts label, it is important
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