1 can Mountain Dew + 1 can Red Bull = http://www.youtube.com/watch?

v=wgB2CQxRvps

How much sugar in a 20 oz soda?

The body needs fluids to function correctly Fluids are lost each day through sweat,

breathing, etc. 1-2 gallons of water lost each day.

Fruit Milk Provide calories

with nutrients

No Nutrients Only Provides Calories

What we should intake vs. what we do intake:◦ 6-9 teaspoons recommended per day◦ Actual average intake: 22 teaspoons

Not a water substitute Used with water during long, hard activity Professional athletes

21-34 grams of sugar per 8 ounce

Look for 100% Limit to 4-6 ounces per day

Hot! Need more water 19.5% of youth consume 3 or more sodas

daily Tied with Mississippi for soda consumption

Youth – 17% are obese Ranked #1 in the US

Adults – 33% are obese Ranked #2 in the US

A 20 oz soda contains 240 calories 240 calories X 3 sodas a day = 720 calories !

McDonalds Double Quarter Pounder with Cheese = 750 calories

Cheap, save money No sugar = no calories Keeps you hydrated Doesn’t have to be boring

1% or fat free Try 2 cups daily Calcium Vitamin D Protein

Dry mouth Headache Dark Urine Dry Skin

Visit the water fountain after every class Carry a refillable water bottle in your

backpack Add a lemon or lime wedge for flavor Use Crystal light packages Start by replacing one drink every day with

water