Healthier Than Soda Pop

My drink of choice has been soda for as long as I can remember. I know that it’s not good for me, but I can’t help myself. I enjoy a good soda more than anything else, and I’ve had plenty of them during my life.

The sweetness of soda can’t be beaten in my mind. Some of my favorites, like cream soda, give me just the right amount, and a unique sense of satisfaction. As I get older, though, I fully acknowledge the fact that it’s a habit I’d be better off putting an end to.

Drinking soda is bad for your teeth, negatively impacts your energy levels, and even leads to weight gain. As a result, I’ve decided to replace my sodas with one of a few other drinks.

It’s hard to imagine completely cutting it out of your diet, but after a few weeks, I’ve had no problem with the idea of this. I attribute it to a few substitutes that I’ve really come to enjoy. Let’s look at a few of my favorites.

Go for a seltzer if you still need some bubbles in your life. Sure, it won’t be as sweet as soda, but they make flavored versions that you might enjoy some more. The best thing about seltzer is that it has no calories.

Some people simply need a little more flavor in a drink. If that’s the case, try out any of the carbonated juices offered by Izze or Fizzy Lizzy. These are both great treats that have become wildly popular during the last few years.

If neither of these drinks sounds appealing to you, why not opt for something more serene, like a green tea? This will give you a small amount of caffeine that others won’t, and the herbal qualities of the drink make many feel calm and relaxed. There are plenty of document health benefits to green tea, including the antioxidants you’ll find in the drink.

All it takes is one substitute, and you’ll be well on your way. Try out each of these in the hopes that you enjoy one of them as much as I do.

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