When I was researching the calorie counts of different foods on my iPhone, I found out something pretty interesting. Much of the hidden calories in your diet come from beverages, especially alcohol. Of course, dieting doesn’t mean that you have to give up all of the beverages that you love completely, but it is important to keep in mind which drinks are better for you in the long run.
At the very top of the list in healthy beverages is, of course, green tea. This is a drink full of antioxidants that will help prevent a number of diseases. You may also be interested to find that coffee has recently tied with green tea for a healthy daily beverage, and since it is so popular in the US, coffee is where the majority of Americans get their antioxidants. Soymilk is another incredibly healthy beverage to consider. This is a drink that can help you stop your cravings when dieting, and it will also protect against osteoporosis. In fact, one of the great benefits to drinking soy milk is that it will lower your risk for heart disease because it contains soy protein and soluble fiber. If you’re not a big fan of soymilk, try it blended in a smoothie!

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