When we think about weight loss, we automatically think about food. What can and can’t we eat. The drinks and fluids that we take are always overlooked when weight loss is considered.

Many diets will advise you to drink more fluids during your weight loss program but they don’t really help you on which fluids you should drink. There are particular drinks which will not in any way help you in your quest to lose weight.

Since weight gain is not possible with water alone, it’s the best liquid for you if you’re keeping tabs on your weight. Water is low in sugar and calories and also 100% natural. It’s important to check on what you drink and find out which ones you should avoid.

That’s the reason we’ve chosen to explore our favourite drinks. We’ve gathered all their calorie readings, so that you can see exactly what you’re drinking in one glass/cup.

• A cup of 220ml Coffee with whole milk contains 15.4 calories with 0.9g of fat, 1.1g of carbohydrates and protein.
• A cup of 100ml tea with whole milk contains 10.8 calories, 1.5g carbohydrates, 1.2g protein and 0.2g fat.
• A 330ml can of Coke contains 139 calories and 33g of carbohydrates.
• A 200ml glass of orange juice has 88 calories, 19.8g carbohydrates and 1.2g protein.
• 125ml wine contains 85-120 calories.
• Half pint of beer yields 70-110 calories depending on its type.
• And spirits such as whiskey, vodka or gin contains 120-140 calories.

These are just a few samples of the calories you could be consuming without realising it. The amount of calories found in the different drinks can make you become more careful with what you drink. It doesn’t mean that you should stop drinking these but rather you should watch out for the amount that you take. Especially alcohol and soft drinks. They may taste better, but they taste better for a reason.

These are calories which you’ve ingested without a single thought. To effectively lose weight you need to be aware of everything, even what you drink.