Stay Healthy While Enjoying Your Summer!
JUL 19, 2024Keep yourself energized with healthy foods so you can feel your best all summer long.
Read MoreIt's that time of year — fall is approaching! From cinnamon and pumpkin spice, to sea salt and caramel, coffee shops around the country have our mouths watering. However, if you’re not careful, these delicious drinks will have you packing on the layers, and I’m not talking about your favorite fall jacket.
Listed below are some popular seasonal drinks and what you’ll find in each:
While the beverages above contain varying amounts of calories and fat, they all have one thing in common: a lot of added sugar. The USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend consuming less than 10% of daily calorie intake from added sugars, as they provide no nutrient density. If you follow a 1500-calorie diet daily, 45 grams of added sugar from one drink would already set you over your goal with 12% of your calories for the day. Those extra calories may contribute to weight gain, obesity, and heart disease.
All of this information doesn't mean you need to cut fall drinks out of your seasonal celebration! You can still enjoy your favorite fall flavors in a more healthful way.
Enjoy this season in a healthy way by taking control of your choices and your health!
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Original Post Date - Aug. 2017, Revised - August 2022.
Keep yourself energized with healthy foods so you can feel your best all summer long.
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