Water, drinks and your health
Many soft drinks, including instant powdered drinks and hot chocolate, are high in health. How much fruit juice should your health? Food and drinks that are high in sugar are often high in , and having too many calories can make you more likely to gain weight. How much fruit juice should your health?
Drink plenty of water
Water is a healthy and cheap choice for quenching your thirst at any time. It has no calories and contains no sugars that can damage teeth. Plain tea, fruit tea and coffee (without added sugar) can also be healthy. How much fruit juice should your health?
Drink semi-skimmed, 1% fat or skimmed milk
Milk is a good source of calcium, a mineral that helps build and maintain healthy bones. Milk also contains protein, and does not cause . For a healthier choice, choose semi-skimmed, 1% fat or skimmed milk.
Juices, smoothies and 5 A Day
Fruit and vegetable juices and smoothies contain a variety of vitamins and minerals. A 150ml glass of unsweetened fruit juice, vegetable juice or smoothie can count as a maximum of 1 portion of your recommended 5 daily portions of fruit and vegetables. Limit the amount of fruit juice,
Fizzy drinks, waters, and squashes with added sugar
Fizzy drinks, squashes and juice drinks can contain lots of added sugar and very few nutrients, so keep them to a minimum. Children should avoid them completely. Also beware of “juice drinks” as they may not have enough fruit in them to count towards your 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day.
Caffeinated drinks
Caffeine is a stimulant. Drinks containing caffeine can temporarily make us feel more alert or less drowsy. Caffeine affects some people more than others, and the effect can depend on how much caffeine you normally consume. Pregnant women should limit their intake of caffeinated
Energy drinks and caffeine
Energy drinks often contain high levels of caffeine and are often high in sugar (calories).They may also contain other stimulants, and sometimes vitamins and minerals or herbal substances. The caffeine levels in these drinks vary, but there’s often around 80mg of caffeine in a small 250ml can.
Caffeine during pregnancy
Pregnant women should have no more than 200mg of caffeine a day. One mug of instant coffee contains around 100mg of caffeine. High levels of caffeine can result in babies having a low birthweight, which can increase the risk of health problems in later life.
Sports drinks
Sports drinks can be useful when you’re doing high-level endurance sports and need an energy boost.