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Why do doctors say juices aren’t always healthy, even though they come from fruit?
Because when fruit is squeezed into juice, the fibre is lost, leaving mostly sugar and vitamins.
What role do fibres play when you eat whole fruit instead of drinking juice?
Fibre helps you feel full and slows down how quickly your body absorbs sugar.
How many sugar cubes can one glass of orange juice contain, and what effect can this have on your body?
Around six sugar cubes. Drinking this much sugar can make it hard to lose weight and can raise blood sugar levels.
How do artificial sweeteners in diet sodas trick your brain, and why can that make it harder to lose weight?
They make your brain think you’re getting sugar, but you’re not. This causes cravings and hunger, so you may eat or drink more later.
What happens to your body a few hours after drinking an energy drink?
You get a short boost from caffeine and sugar, then a “crash” where you feel tired and low in energy.
Why might supermarket almond milk be unhealthy, even though almonds themselves are nutritious?
Many store-bought almond milks contain added sugar and additives like carrageenan, and they often have very few real almonds.
What ingredient in some almond milks can cause digestive problems, and what’s a healthier alternative?
Carrageenan can upset your stomach. A better option is homemade almond milk or store-bought brands without additives or sugar.
Which drink contains the most sugar according to the text, and how many sugar cubes does it have per can?
Mountain Dew – it has more than 11 sugar cubes per 12-oz can.
List two health problems that can result from drinking too much coffee.
High blood pressure and a fast heartbeat.
If you were designing a poster for your school canteen, what message or slogan would you create to promote healthier drink choices?
Example: “Water Wins Every Time!” or “Sip Smart – Choose Water Over Sugar.”
