If there’s one place we’re guaranteed to find the answers to our questions it’s Twitter. Few concepts are as universal as finding the right drink to accompany your meals. Whether you’re trying to lose weight or just looking to keep those extra pounds off, there’s a drink out there that can help you achieve your goals. Let’s examine the evidence shall we?
The Best Weight Loss Drinks
What kind of drinks have you typically associated with weight loss? If you answered ‘red wine’, you’d be right. But that’s probably because you’ve heard of the magical weight loss properties of red wine. While it’s true that drinking wine can help you shed those extra pounds, it’s not the only drink that can do so. In fact, there are a number of weight loss drinks out there that you might not have tried. It’s time to expand your horizons and broaden your search. The following drinks have all been shown in studies to be effective for weight loss. Try one of these drinks instead of red wine if you’re really looking to shed those unwanted pounds.
Water
Most people think of drinking water when it comes to weight loss. While we drink plenty of water daily, it isn’t always what we eat that causes us to gain weight, it’s what we put in our bodies. If you’re constantly drinking juices, sodas, and smoothies, you’ll never lose the weight. Switching to water helps reset your body’s hydration level and encourages you to consume fewer calories. Plus, we all know what water does for our bodies- it makes us feel fuller for longer. Try drinking at least 12 glasses of water per day to start with and see how much weight you can lose. Weighing yourself every day is crucial if you want to get the most out of your water intake. A good rule of thumb is to drink at least 16 ounces for every hour that you spend on the tennis court or in the office. Not only will this help you stay hydrated, but it will also help your body function at its best.
White Wine
Red wine is great for your health, but that doesn’t mean that white wine is bad for you. In fact, studies have shown that drinking white wine can help reduce cholesterol levels and improve heart health. We’re not suggesting you throw away your precious red wine, we’re just suggesting you try another white wine. If you’re at all unsure about how healthy your alcoholic beverages are, opt for white wine instead of red. You can still enjoy all the perks of alcohol without the potentially negative effects of red wine.
Green Tea
Another drink that we recommend trying if you’re looking to lose weight is green tea. We’ll admit that we’re huge fans of green tea myself and my husband Steve, and we think that it helps improve both physical and mental wellness. If you’re not sure whether or not green tea is right for you, try a new variety called tayberry. It’s not always easy to determine the level of caffeine in green tea, so you might want to try a decaffeinated version to find out how much actual caffeine is in there. One of the wonderful things about green tea is that it contains high levels of antioxidants. These antioxidants can protect your body’s cells and prevent them from becoming damaged or aged. If you’re not sure what antioxidants are or what they do, don’t worry, the drink itself will tell you! All you need to know is that antioxidants are good for you and they help prevent certain diseases. Green tea is also known to be good for the heart, so if you’re looking to improve your heart health, this drink is for you!
Starbucks Coffee
What if we told you that a coffee shop bought your weight loss dreams and turned them into reality? That coffee shop is Starbucks. Not only do they offer an expansive variety of drinks, but they also sell weight loss supplements that help customers achieve their weight loss goals. Sometimes, Starbucks customers even surprise themselves with how quickly they lose weight while drinking their daily skinny vanilla latte. It’s incredible to think that something so wonderful could come from such an unassuming place. If you’re not sure how the coffee shop manages to help people lose weight, it’s because their drinks are predominantly water. It’s what Starbucks knows its customers prefer, and it makes the perfect compromise between flavor and cost. Plus, water is always a great way to hydrate, and who doesn’t need more hydration than they already get in their daily coffee intake?
Probiotics
What is a probiotic? A probiotic is a ‘live’ bacteria that exists in significant amounts within the human intestinal tract. The importance of good intestinal flora is widely recognized, the most common infections that humans get are caused by poor intestinal hygiene. Having the proper intestinal bacteria can help prevent many illnesses and diseases. Some of the more common illnesses that have been linked to a poor intestinal microbiome are inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, and type 2 diabetes. One of the most effective ways to improve your intestinal flora is through the consumption of good quality, fresh food. This helps feed the healthy bugs in your gut and gives them the best chance of thriving. If you’re trying to improve your health or lose some weight, consider investing in a good probiotic supplement. If you’re not sure whether or not probiotics are right for you, they might be right for your child’s health. If you’re not sure what a good dose of probiotics looks like, ask your doctor or a nutritionist. A good starting point would be to try some high potency capsules or drops that contain a high number of beneficial bacteria. A good probiotic should not be confused with a good bacteria pill. While they both improve your gut health, a probiotic is living and will continue to improve your gut flora while a pill is dead and will not change anything about your intestinal health. Unless you’re experiencing gastrointestinal distress or an infection, most likely your body has already started to adapt to the change and you don’t need a pill to help out. The above information should give you a good idea of what types of drinks help with weight loss and how you can try some of these beverages at home.