Evidence, Strategic Eating, and Hydration
Liquid Calories
Liquid Calories
Free
Daniel Raz
Fat Loss Coach
This lesson explains why liquid calories, especially those from sugary drinks, should be avoided or limited when trying to lose weight, as they are often high in calories, low in nutritional value, and can increase hunger.
The Problem with Liquid Calories
Liquid calories, found in drinks like soda, coffee, and even fruit juices, are often unhealthy, don't fill you up, and can even make you hungrier. Many of these drinks are considered "empty calories" because they provide little to no nutritional value while being high in calories.
The Impact of Sweetness and Zero-Calorie Drinks
The sweetness in these drinks, whether from sugar or artificial sweeteners, can increase your appetite and lead to cravings for high-calorie sugary foods. Even zero-calorie drinks like diet sodas are problematic because they contain artificial sweeteners that can make your body crave sugary foods, leading to fat gain.
Recommendations for Healthier Drink Choices
It's generally recommended to avoid anything that's not water. Homemade coffee or orange juice is considered okay, but it's healthier to make your own beverages than to buy them. You can significantly reduce your daily calorie intake by sticking to solid foods and avoiding liquid calories.
Addressing Common Objections
The video addresses potential objections, such as the difficulty of avoiding coffee. The speaker suggests making your own coffee and limiting sugar to one teaspoon if you must have it. He also advises against high-calorie drinks from places like Starbucks.
Special Considerations for Juices and Smoothies
The speaker warns against store-bought apple juice and green smoothies due to the high sugar content added by companies. Even if natural, the amount of sugar in juice from multiple fruits can be excessive, and these drinks often lack the fiber and vitamins found in whole fruits.
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Complete the following task
Activity : For a whole day, avoid all forms of liquid calories to demonstrate to yourself that you can do it. Then, limit your liquid calorie intake every day after.
Liquid calories are the easiest to cut down on, DO IT!
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QUIZ
Why are liquid calories, particularly from sugary drinks, discouraged for weight loss?
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Leave your comments and questions below.
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