01/6 Common drinks for weight
01/6 For losing weight, counting calories is a must, but if you think that only the food you eat contains calories then you cannot be more wrong. Most of the drinks that you sip on all day, except water, contains some amount of calories. So, it is equally important to count the calories you get from drinks to stay on track and shed kilos effectively. In summer, particularly it is important to keep a track of the shakes and juices you take to keep yourself hydrated. Most of the drinks that you get from the market are loaded with calories and you need to be mindful while adding them to your diet. Here are 5 low-calorie drinks that you can sip in summer when trying to shed kilos.
02/6 Watermelon juice
Sweet and refreshing watermelon juice is an excellent summer drink. Watermelon is made of 94 per cent water and is rich in fiber. Just blend it and add some mint leaves in it for a refreshing flavour. Watermelon is naturally sweet and a hydrating summer drink. Having a tall glass of watermelon juice with the pulp can keep you fuller for a longer time and keep you hydrated. This drink is also packed with an abundance of electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals.
03/6 Cucumber juice
Cucumber is another hydrating fruit that you must add to your summer diet if you are trying to shed kilos. This fruit is extremely low in calories, rich in fiber and water content. Fiber increases satiety and prevents you from munching on unhealthy food items. Just squeeze some lemon and mint leaves in it for a refreshing taste.
04/6 Beetroot juice
Beetroot juice is a perfect drink to lose weight and boost immunity. Rich in both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber, this drink can promote a healthy bowel movement. Beetroot is extremely rich in iron and other nutrients like fiber, folate (vitamin B9), manganese, potassium, iron, and vitamin C. Drinking fibre rich beetroot juice particularly after a workout can help in muscle recovery.
05/6 Orange juice
Increase your intake of vitamin C by adding orange juice to your weight loss diet. Freshly squeezed orange juice without added sugar is low in calories and an excellent alternative to fizzy drinks. Orange is a negative calorie fruit that means it contains fewer calories than what your body requires to burn it. You also get some extra dose of nutrients and stay full for a longer time.
06/6 Mango shake
Summer is a season of mangoes and it is hard not to mention mango shake in this list. Mangoes are the most loved summer fruit. The king of all fruits is loaded with the benefits of Vitamin K, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, potassium and folate. Drinking mango shake made with low-fat milk and without sugar can increase satiety, curb your cravings for unhealthy foods and can also increase your heart, skin and hair health.
