This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.
Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.
When it comes to shedding pounds, everyone talks about what foods to add or subtract from your diet.
Shutterstock
But what you drink can be just as impactful aswhat you eat for weight loss.
Read on for the 10 worst drinks for weight loss, according to dietitians.
“Drinks like lattes can contain milk, cream, added sugars, and whipped cream.
Shutterstock
That’s becauseeach gram of alcohol contains seven calories.
This means that oat milk can increase your calorie intake and appetitea dangerous recipe for weight loss.”
Instead, choose natural energy sources like a balanced diet centered around whole foods and sleeping well.
Shutterstock
“In the same vein as coffee, people may drink energy drinks daily or multiple drinks daily.
However, these drinks typically contain added sugars or other caloric compounds to improve the flavor.
“It’s a common myth that drinking diet soda is worse for weight loss than regular soda.
Shutterstock
This is simply not true from an energy balance perspective.
If you enjoy sodas, try a diet version as a starting point.
This will greatly reduce the total amount of calories you’re consuming.”
Shutterstock
Choosing freshly squeezed lemon in water or a lightly sweetened version can be a more weight-friendly alternative.
“Consuming minimal calories through beverage sources is a strategy many can apply.”
Protein is themost satiating macronutrientthat can help support weight management.
Shutterstock
Give your fruit smoothies a protein boost by adding Greek yogurt or protein powder to make them more weight-loss-friendly.
“While fruit smoothies can be healthy, they can also leave people unsatisfied.
If you want to stay hydrated during exercise, your safest bet is good old H2O.
iStock
“For most people, we don’t need a sports drink to hydrate adequately,” says Masi.
Per theUSDA, one tablespoon of olive oil provides 124 calories with little nutritional value.
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
Shutterstock
