Plain water is the best calorie-free beverage -- and when it comes from the
tap, it costs a fraction of a penny per glass. But for some people,
plain old water may be just too plain. Here are some ideas for low- and
no-sugar beverages that you can prepare at home:
1.
Infused water (spa water)Try adding any of the following to a cold glass or pitcher of water: sliced citrus fruits or zest, fresh mint, fresh ginger, or sliced cucumber.
2. Tea
Adding a teaspoon of sugar or honey adds only about 15 calories to the
cup.
3.
CoffeeCoffee is calorie free, so long as you don't load it up with cream and
sugar.
4. Sparkling water with a splash of juice
Make your own with 12 ounces of sparkling water
and just an ounce or two of juice.
5.
Fresh fruit coolersThere's no added sugar and just a small amount of fruit. See recipe at bottom of page.
6. Low-sodium broth or miso
An alternative to a sweet drink, look for a broth that has less than 200 milligrams of sodium per serving.
