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 Beverages

Without water, life isn't possible.

But did you know that drinking 8 glasses of water per day is a myth? Or that it's actually okay to replace a lot of the water in your diet with healthy beverages, like tea or diluted fruit juice?

In this section, we take a look at your options - everything from coffee, tea, fruit juice and cooldrinks to sports drinks and alcohol. We distinguish myth from fact, and bring you the latest news on your favourite beverages.

Also visit our Healthy Foods Section for more info on tea.

Say cheers!

General
What should we drink and how much of it should we ingest every day? Learn more about the basics of fluid intake.

Fruit juice
100% fruit juice is generally an excellent source of vitamin C, cancer-fighting antioxidants and other important nutrients. Learn more.

Cold drinks
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?

Hot drinks
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.

Sports drinks
Athletes need to stay well hydrated - not only for the sake of their health, but also to improve their performance. Learn more about sports drinks.

Alcohol
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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