When we count calories, we usually think about food. But drinks can add hundreds of calories a day without filling you up.
Where drink calories hide
- Milkshakes and frappés: a large one can have 800+ calories.
- Regular soda and energy drinks: lots of sugar.
- Fruit juice and smoothies: healthy-sounding but high in sugar.
- Coffee drinks with syrup, cream and whole milk.
- Alcohol: beer, wine and cocktails all count.
Why drinks are different
Liquid calories don't make you feel as full as food. So you usually eat the same amount on top of them.
Better choices
Water, sparkling water, tea and black coffee have almost no calories. If you want flavour, try zero-sugar drinks or water with fruit.
Track your drinks
Snap or log your drinks in CalorAI too. It is often the quickest win.
Sources
- USDA FoodData Central.
CalorAI provides estimates for general information only and is not medical advice.
