Although many are switching over to seltzer water and flavored soda waters instead of drinking name brand soda there are some who wonder whether or not these beverage choices are actually healthier or just a jazzed up version of the same old problem. Believe it or not, these new choices of seltzer water and soda waters actually are a great deal healthier than most sodas. Most are just regular water that has been carbonated and are just as healthy as water alone but with a bit more pizzazz and zip to them. They even top out diet sodas, since they are not filled with artificial sweeteners, which in some cases can be harmful.

If you want a drink with a bit more flavor than the plain seltzer waters, you may want to check out the flavored waters. These types of waters are naturally flavored and do not contain sugar or artificial sweeteners and give water a whole new flavor. You can reap all the great health benefits of drinking your eight glasses of water daily, while enjoying great flavors such as lemon, peach, strawberry and lime. What a great way to enjoy staying hydrated and healthy.

Take a good look at the ingredient labels to make sure that there is not a great deal of sugar or sodium added along with the tasty flavor. While many of the seltzer water and soda water choices today are excellent and healthy drinks, there are some things that you may want to watch out for; some of these waters may be adding other ingredients. One thing you really need to watch out for is the sodium content. Some of these waters can have very high sodium contents in order to give them flavor. In this case, the seltzer or soda waters containing high sodium may actually dehydrate you instead of giving you the hydration that you need. (For example: normal Seltzer Water is just Water with Carbonation where normal Club Soda is Water with Carbonation plus Sodium.)

Another reason that seltzer and soda waters can be a healthier alternative is the additions of minerals and vitamins to them. While just drinking plain water is great for you, these new water products can help you get some of the extra nutrients that you may not be getting every day in your diet. While some may not have a significant amount of vitamins and minerals in them, every bit definitely helps when it comes to your health. Those who have low mineral deficiencies may be great candidates for drinking this type of water as well.

If you want to make seltzer water even healthier for you, you may want to consider making your own mixtures. You can mix carbonated water with various fruit juices to get a healthy drink, which is like a soda, to fill your “fizzy” craving. Seltzer waters also make great additives with warm versions, like apple cider as well. A great tasting drink and a healthy drink no longer have to be different things. You can have a great tasting drink that is healthy for you without drinking a great deal of empty calories that will add to your waistline.

All in all, more health conscience Americans will be making the switch to seltzer and soda waters instead of drinking sugar and sodium added soda pop. While sodas tend to dehydrate you, these tasty new waters can help you stay hydrated and will leave you feeling much better. If you want a wonderful healthy alternative for you, your family and for your growing children, these drinks can be great choices!

Author: CD Harris
SeltzerAndSoda.com

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