The concept is relatively innocuous: Get a burst of energy by drinking something out of a colorful can that looks like a soda, but energy drinks have a lot more going on under that pop top. Here is a look at some of the potentially harmful ingredients and some of the health problems that can […]
$MON, $KO The Big Q: What about Caffeinated Energy Drinks? The Big A: Studies on energy drinks are so preliminary that there are no conclusive answers yet. But, the most intriguing suggestions are physiological. The ingredients in the energy drinks could be affecting the brain’s dopamine release, extending the initial euphoria that accompanies rising blood-alcohol […]
Gone are the days when un verre du vin at a local bar or a dry gin martini at your hotel bar were the only options for a drinkers night out in Paris. Now, there are no shortage of spots to sip inventive drinks in Paris. The few places on this list offer hand-crafted cocktails to your […]
Global Non-Alcoholic Beverage Market Projected To Reflect A CAGR Of 4.4% During 2017-2027 The worldwide inclination of individuals for good health has prompted manufacturers to transform from alcoholic drinks to non-alcoholic beverages included value added waters, which has directed the prominent market players towards focusing on new product launches to meet the altering customer tastes. […]
Zero sugar, one-hundred percent flavor and three new variants – if it sounds too good to be true. That’s probably because you haven’t tried new Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions yet. The new line from Smirnoff comes just in time for the warmer months and as a more balanced lifestyle is top of mind for many. In fact, […]
FLASH: Finally, people are getting the message about the dangers of sugar. Fully, 70% of Americans have cut back on foods high in added sugars aka processed foods, that according to a survey by the International Food Information Council Foundation, but there is a long way to go. A Key ways to reduce your sugar […]
Vessl, Inc. today announced that its innovative bottled tea beverage Tea of a Kind will be on the shelves at 112 Raley’s locations in Northern California and Reno, Nevada. The West Sacramento based and family-owned grocery chain will feature four flavors, including Peach Ginger Black Tea, Pomegranate Acai Black Tea, Raspberry Yerba Mate, and Pineapple Coconut Yerba Mate. All Tea […]
Maintaining Your Weight During the Holidays The days are shorter and festive music is filling the air, there can be no doubt that the Holidays are just ahead. And, of course, the closer we get to the Holidays, the harder it is to stick to our fitness and weight maintenance and loss goals. As the […]
Get Ready, the Cannabis Cocktail Soon at Your Neighborhood Bar $STX Today, marijuana producers are betting an increasing number of people would rather pour a drink infused with cannabis oil than spirits. There are plans in the workd to develop a product-testing and manufacturing center to explore using cannabis in everything from iced teas, juices […]
Moderate Drinking Has Benefits, How Much is Too Much? Drinking in moderation has been linked, in numerous studies, to a wide variety of health benefits — lowering the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and cholesterol. But it’s also possible to get too much of a good thing, experts say. The Big Q: What is drinking […]
It is Not Difficult to Eat Healthy All of the Time, Just Do It! Some find it hard to eat healthy all the time, but making small improvements by choosing healthier foods regularly is likely to boost one’s chances of living longer and livelier a new study reveals. The report in the New England Journal […]
Coca-Cola (NYSE:KO) Sued Over Health Claims of Sugary Drinks $KO, $PEP Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) and the American Beverage Association trade group were sued Wednesday for allegedly misleading consumers about the health risks from consuming sugary beverages. The nonprofit Praxis Project accused the defendants of downplaying the risks to boost sales, despite scientific evidence linking sugary […]
“No Solid Evidence to Support that Diet Drinks are a Healthy Choice” $KO, $PEP Although diet and sugar-free drinks are often promoted as healthier choices, a new study found they are no more helpful for losing weight or preventing weight gain than their full-sugar versions. Diet drinks contain no sugar and are sweetened with artificial […]
American Beverage Association Spending Millions Fighting “Soda” Tax $KO, $PEP A recent series of measures to tax sugary drinks, in an effort to fight obesity and diabetes, are forcing soda companies such as Coke (NYSE:KO), and Pepsi (NYSE:PEP) to reinvent themselves and diversify not only their business model, but their public image Voters and lawmakers […]
Say NO to Soda “Just Say No” was a slogan minted by 1st Lady Nancy Reagan. The “Just Say No” advertising campaign Vs recreational drug use was prevalent through the 1980’s. Today, the same slogan is appropriate to discourage soda consumption. For people who struggle with weight or chronic health issues, replacing soda and other […]