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What can I replace my drinking with?

What to drink instead of alcohol Soda and fresh lime. Proof that simple is still the best. Berries in iced water. This summery drink will keep you refreshed and revitalised. Kombucha. ... Virgin bloody Mary. ... Virgin Mojito. ... Half soda/half cranberry juice and muddled lime. ... Soda and fresh fruit. ... Mocktails.

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Want to have a good night out without the hangover? Here are some tips that’ll improve your health and your hip pocket. Know your triggers. If you drink more alcohol when you are stressed or tired, try going for a walk or doing something else to distract you.

Try having an alcohol-free house.

Challenge yourself to alcohol-free days, say Sunday to Thursday.

Join in community events such as FebFast or Dry July to keep you motivated. Count your ‘standard drinks’ - to stay within the Australian guidelines to reduce health risks from drinking alcohol

Try a low-alcohol (or no-alcohol) beer, wine or spirit.

Alternate between alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic drinks like sparkling water or soda and lime. Ensure that you schedule in a meal when drinking or eat before you go out. Dilute alcoholic drinks using ice or soda water. Gain friends by nominating yourself the designated driver. Just make sure you stay under .05.

Use water to quench your thirst and sip alcoholic drinks slowly.

What to drink instead of alcohol

Here are our top alternatives to alcohol

Soda and fresh lime. Proof that simple is still the best. Berries in iced water. This summery drink will keep you refreshed and revitalised. Kombucha. The new kid on the block and definitely the ‘it’ drink at the moment. Again, just check the sugar content is no more than 5g/100ml. Virgin bloody Mary. For those looking for a saltier taste, this reworked classic is also a great option for those wanting to pack the vegies in too. Virgin Mojito. Without the rum a Mojito has about 35-40 calories and less than two spoons of sugar so this is a good option. Half soda/half cranberry juice and muddled lime. Keeping the juice to less than half a glass cuts down the sugar content and gives you a healthy, tasty treat. Soda and fresh fruit. Mix fresh fruit with soda and a dash of fruit juice for a taste of summer. Mocktails. Mocktails can be high in sugar, but why not treat yourself to one and then switch to lime and soda for the rest of the night. Try these recommendations from Dry July.

‘Diet’ drinks

Although diet drink options do not contain the same level of kilojoules as sugar-sweetened versions, water or low-fat milk are healthier options. Diet soft drinks have been associated with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and obesity. Diet versions of soft drinks are acidic and can also contribute to dental erosion (wearing away of the tooth enamel).

Non-alcoholic beer

This can be a good alternative, especially if you are only having one or two, however just be aware that they can sometimes become a gateway to the alcoholic version for non-beer drinkers.

Check out LiveLighter for these and other healthy drink options.

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What is the best thing to drink daily?

Water is the best choice for quenching your thirst. Coffee and tea, without added sweeteners, are healthy choices, too. Some beverages should be limited or consumed in moderation, including fruit juice, milk, and those made with low-calorie sweeteners, like diet drinks.

In the beginning, there was water—abundant, refreshing, providing everything the body needs to replenish the fluids it loses. Humans relied on it as the only beverage for millions of years. Milk was introduced with the advent of agriculture and the domestication of animals. Then came beer and wine and coffee and tea, all consumed for taste and pleasure as much as for the fluids they provide. The newcomers—sugary beverages including soda, sports drinks, and energy drinks—offer hydration but with a hefty dose of unnecessary calories that the body may have a hard time regulating. Alternatively, “diet” drinks offer sweetness without the calories, but does that make them a healthy choice?

With so many options, it’s easy to be confused about which beverages are best for our health. Follow the links below for an in-depth look at each, but if you’re short on time, here’s the takeaway:

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