Healthy Alternatives to Soda that You’ll Want to Drink

True Life: I am a recovering Diet Coke Addict.

I know, I know, I am in shock as well. But recently, I’ve been trying to switch my soda-fueled ways in exchange for healthier, lighter options. Whether it’s your New Year’s Resolution to cut the pop, or if you’re just tired of the post Sprite bloat, here are some alternatives to soda that’ll leave you energized AND refreshed.

ICED TEA

Heading into the thick of it now with deadlines so nothing better than a nice, cool, refreshing drink to keep me awake through interviews, group meetings and essay writing #drink #beverage #icedtea #redberry #bostonteaparty

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Iced Tea is a great alternative to soda because it still provides that ~sweet~ taste and caffeine boost, without as many calories or artificial sugars. Make sure to order or make your tea UNSWEETENED in order to truly make the healthy swap.

PRO TIP: Use all natural honey as a make-shift sweetener!

SPARKLING WATER

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I love, love, love sparkling water because there are so many fun and simple tricks you can do to ~jazz~ up your drink. One of my favorite ways is to take your San Pelligrino (or whichever brand of plain sparkling water you prefer) and adding some fresh raspberries. It adds the perfect fruity taste without being overpowering.

Want another idea? Try adding a squirt of Mios Liquid Water Enhancer to add an extra PUNCH of taste. I’m a big fan of the Strawberry Pineapple Splash.

KOMBUCHA

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If you aren’t aware of the latest ~hipster~ trend, Kombucha is a drink created by fermenting tea with yeast and bacteria cultures. Now I know what you’re thinking, YUCK. But I promise you, not only can Kombucha be super tasty, but it also has a similar “bubbly” taste to soda, but with the added health benefits of improved digestion, arthritis prevention, cholesterol reduction, and more.

Although I suggest getting fresh Kombucha from your local market, I also really enjoy Synergy Kombucha, which is sold at most grocery stores.

COCONUT WATER

Fresh coconut #buko #niyog #coconut #coconutwater #iloilo #philippines #delicious

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If you’ve ever taken a spin class, you’ve probably seen people knocking back coconut waters after a sweat-filled workout. This is because coconut water is LOADED with potassium, an electrolyte we lose when working out and sweating. Coconut water is just as sweet as a can of Coke, but with fewer calories and more ~natural~ energy.

When I want to treat myself, I go for a Vita Coco Cafe Coconut Water. This drink is truly TO DIE FOR! Seriously, if you’re a coffee lover you’ve got to check this out.

GREEN JUICE

Delicious health nectar made of 2 ?, 2 ?, kale and parsley. Jus délicieux, pas trop sucré ni trop "vert" au goût ?

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My favorite part about a yummy green juice is that is SO easy to make your own, giving you the power to create your own unique blend of goodness. You don’t NEED to have a juicer to make your own green juice. All you need is a blender (I’m personally a big fan of the NutriBullet series), some greens, some fruits, and water.

Click here for my favorite green juice recipe you can take with you to work, school, or to the gym.