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In this section, we take a look at your fluid options - everything from coffee, tea, fruit juice and cooldrinks to sports drinks and alcohol.
Fruit juice
100% fruit juice is generally an excellent source of vitamin C, cancer-fighting antioxidants and other important nutrients. Learn more.
Coffee
Coffee isn't all that bad. In fact, research shows that the antioxidants in coffee might actually be good for you. Get the lowdown on your favourite hot drinks here.
Tea
Black, green, herbal, Chinese – no matter what your cup of tea, this ancient brew could be the remedy to many of your health problems, including hypertension, heart disease and cancer.
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What should we drink and how much of it should we ingest every day? Learn more about the basics of fluid intake.
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What should you know about the variety of cool drinks that are available on our shop shelves? Should you limit your intake? And what are the healthier options?
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A little wine or beer can be good for you, but too much alcohol is a recipe for disaster. Learn more about the pros, cons and precautions.
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