5Tasty & Healthier

Alternatives to Soda

Virgin Mojito

V I R G I NM O J I T O

Mix club soda with

lime, mint and

stevia to sweeten.

Enjoy over ice.

Agua Fresca

A G U AF R E S C A

Puree about 3 cups of

watermelon (or

cantaloupe, strawberries

or mango) and strain the

pulp. In a pitcher mix the

strained fruit puree with

1.5 cups of water, the juice

of 2-3 limes and stevia to

taste.

Kombucha

K O M B U C H A

This fermented drink is

a great, naturally fizzy

alternative to soda. You

can find it in health

food stores, and it

comes in many flavors.

It contains good

bacteria that can help

your digestion, instead

of harmful chemicals.

Juice &

Seltzer

J U I C E &S E L T Z E R

Mixing 100 percent juice

with seltzer yields a tastier,

healthier, and less expensive

drink. A thick, tart juice,

such as cranberry,

pomegranate, or grape,

makes for a great jeltzer

base in addition to

supplying health benefits.

Mix one part juice with

three parts seltzer.

Fruit-Infused

Water

F R U I TI N F U S E DW A T E R

A healthier choice is

natural flavoring: Just add

slices of your favorite

fruits and veggies —

lemons, oranges,

watermelon, cucumber,

mint, or limes — to a

pitcher of ice-cold water

for a refreshing and

flavorful drink.

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