When you consider the fact that we're a country covered in coffee shops, juice bars and convenience stores that offer tanker-sized sodas, it's no surprise that many of us drink way more calories than we need to.
In fact, adding empty liquid calories is one of the worst dietary offenses we make. But the problem isn't just the added calories; it's also that many drinks can also influence hunger and fullness — thus coaxing you to eat even more. Let's take a look at the best beverages to drink — and the optimal times to have them.