DELICIOUS AND NUTRITIOUS
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| DELICIOUS AND NUTRITIOUS |
Sodas, fruity beverages, flavored coffees and mixed drinks all have one thing in common – lots of liquid calories that won’t fill you up or do a whole lot for your waistline. That’s why, as a general rule, it’s best to stick to drinks that can be considered 100% of something. For instance, 100% juice, 100% skim milk (not flavored), 100% black coffee, 100% tea…you get the point. That said, for every rule there are exceptions. So, in an effort to branch out and show some love to non-100% drinks, GirlsGoneSporty tested a few out. Here are three options that we kinda love.
Juiceology
Juiceology is a new health drink that comes in five different flavors: Blueberry Acai, Concord Grape, Pom Blue Cran, Peach Mango and Apple. What the company has basically done is mix whole fruit juice and fruit puree with added vegetable fiber and whole grain extracts. So while technically what you’re drinking isn’t 100% fruit juice (it’s 70% juice), it is 100% healthy. Plus, a single serving contains five grams of fiber and only 97 calories, so if you like juice and you need more fiber, this is a great way to get it without compromising your figure. Just keep in mind that the standard Juiceology bottle contains 1.9 servings, so pour half into a glass to drink one day and save the other half for later.
Pros: Delicious flavors, extra fiber and whole grains
Cons: Limited availability. It’s a new product, so not many stores carry it. If you’re interested in bringing it to your area, “Like” their page on Facebook and tell them where you’d like to see it!
Omega Water
Okay, so before delving into Omega Water, it’s important to understand that GirlsGoneSporty staff generally endorses plain, basic tap water as the best hydration option. And, we tend to frown on most of the “water products” on the market because either: 1) they’re just water that companies have somehow marketed to make sound cooler than it actually is, or 2) companies have added sweeteners and calories that aren’t necessary and really do nothing to enhance what water is supposed to do…you know, hydrate.
Anyway, suffice to say we were skeptical about Omega Water at first, but we actually came around. Here’s why: Omega Water delivers something that most Americans don’t get enough of: Omega-3 Fatty Acids. These fatty acids are essential for heart and neurological function, and because the body doesn’t make them, you have to get them from outside sources. And, while we’d love it if everyone was eating lots of salmon, flax, sardines and walnuts…they aren’t. So, when there are other options available for obtaining Omega-3s, people should take them. Each bottle of Omega Water has approximately 150 mg of Omega-3s, which won’t fulfill the daily recommended value, but if you pair a bottle or two with a serving of walnuts, you’ll be good for the day. Plus, Omega Water contains a number of other vitamins like Vitamin C, E and a variety of B-complex, all of which help improve total body function.
Pros: A tasty, zero-calorie, nutrient-rich water alternative when you’re tired of drinking tap
Cons: Omega Water does contain sucralose (Splenda), so if you’re sensitive to the flavor of articifial sweeteners, you may not like the taste
Juicy Juice Sparkling Fruit Juice Beverage
When you hear the brand name “Juicy Juice” you probably think of the well-known, 100% juices lining the shelves at most grocery stores. The Juicy Juice Sparkling Fruit Juice Beverage is different, though. Unlike its 100% peers, it’s only 70% juice, which is less than ideal; but, that’s still a whole heck of a lot more than other juice “beverages” on the market. So why do we like this option? First, it comes in single-serving cans, so there’s no risk of overindulging. Second, when you’ve got a sore throat and carbonation sounds soothing, this is a much healthier option than soda. Third, it tastes great and it’s only 90 calories, so it’s relatively benign.
Pros: Great taste, soothing carbonation, one serving of fruit per can, less sugar than regular Juicy Juice (due to the 30% water in each can)
Cons: It’s not 100%!
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