Go for fresh fruit instead of fruit juice

Most people tend to think that fruit juice is healthy and the ideal beverage. But if you rae aiming to shed some kilograms, fruit juice may not be the best alternative to turn to.

When is fruit juice unhealthy?

These days, most supermarkets have many different varieties and brands of products such as fruit juices available. Many of these commercial products are refined and processed, have additives and flavourants and even substitutes added to them.

So how can you tell whether fruit juice is healthy or not?

Simple. Just read the nutritional and ingredient labels. In particular, check the sugar content. Remember that when we consume excess sugar, it will be converted into body fat, if not used.

What is the healthy alternate to fruit juice?

Eat an actual fruit. After all, it is loaded with fibre which is not only good for your digestive system but is great at keeping you feeling fuller for longer. In addition, fruit contains important nutrients as well as a reduced amount of sugar than processed fruit juices.

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