Some large coffee drinks contain more sugar than a can of soda, contributing to weight gain and increased liver fat over time.
Choosing less-sweetened options may help preserve the potential benefits of coffee while reducing unnecessary sugar intake.
4. Sweetened Fruit Juices
Many people assume fruit juice is automatically healthy.
While juice contains vitamins and nutrients, many commercial varieties also contain significant amounts of natural and added sugars. Without the fiber found in whole fruit, large quantities of juice can lead to rapid sugar intake.
Experts generally recommend whole fruits over juice whenever possible.