Easy Alternative to Sugary Drinks

Juice, soda, sports drinks, sweetened water, and energy drinks are the most common sources of added sugars in the American diet. Drinking these beverages on a regular basis has been linked to a number of health problems, including:

• Weight gain
• Obesity
• Type 2 diabetes
• Heart disease
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Tooth decay
• Cavities
• Gout

Switching to lemon water instead of sweetened, fruit-flavored beverages to quench your thirst could help you cut back on sugar without compromising flavor. Having lemon ice cubes on hand is a great way to add lemon to your water fast. Simply squeeze the fresh lemon juice into ice cube trays and freeze. Drop a few cubes into a glass of cold or warm water as needed.