Tips for managing soda intake

Tips for managing soda intake

Drink water instead - make it a habit!
Allan Borushek, dietitian offers these helpful tips for managing soda consumption:

Check labels carefully for high-fructose corn syrup levels and only drink fruit juices and other flavored drinks in moderate amounts.


Treat soda as a “party food” to be drunk occasionally, not on an everyday basis in place of water.


Soda fountains that allow unlimited quantities of soda to be consumed can contribute calories equivalent to eating a whole meal, particularly when cup sizes are extra large. Children need to be supervised by parents to prevent excessive consumption.


Don't be tempted to “super size” or “up size” fast-food meals – the savings in dollars can mean double the calories!


Buy small-sized cans, cups or bottles of soda or fruit juice, not large sizes. The larger the bottle size, the more that is drunk at one time.


Choose diet soda or plain water as a drink.


Encourage your school to review any existing policy that allows vending machines for soda (and high-fat snacks) to be installed.


Promote good dental health by avoiding soda and sugary drinks where possible. When you do have one of these drinks, drink it through a straw to minimize the impact on your teeth.