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Food Showdown: Battle of the St. Paddy's Day Brews!

Which Irish beer is the best choice for St. Patrick's Day?

Posted 3/17/2013 10:00:00 AM By: : 34 comments 26,433 views

Burn It Off: St. Patrick's Day Beer Edition

Find out how much exercise it would REALLY take to burn off that St. Paddy's Day drink.

Posted 3/13/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 59 comments 80,860 views

The Real Dangers of Energy Drinks

What you don't know CAN hurt you, according to SparkPeople Dietitian Becky Hand. Find out why she believes that energy drinks are anything but harmless.

Posted 2/15/2013 6:00:00 AM By: : 71 comments 56,041 views

21 Light Beers to Toast with This New Year's Eve

When you toast the new year this weekend, pick a drink that's not going to weigh you down.

Posted 12/27/2012 12:00:00 PM By: : 94 comments 70,902 views

10 Cocktails with 150 Calories or Less

Ring in the new year with one of these slim drink choices!

Posted 12/26/2012 12:00:00 PM By: : 76 comments 1,159,408 views

The Cost of a Cocktail: Up to 18 Pounds a Year

According to a new study, many of us are consuming 300 calories of alcohol daily! Find out exactly how those sippable calories can impact your waistline.

Posted 12/21/2012 12:00:00 PM By: : 59 comments 56,433 views

Swap the Starbucks: 17 Skinnier Recipes Worth Sipping

If you go to a coffee shop regularly like I do, these recipes will save you money and will help you reach your health goals.

Posted 12/13/2012 6:00:00 PM By: : 63 comments 164,787 views

Choose This Seasonal Drink to Save Over 100 Calories

Can you pick which seasonal coffee drink is a better choice for your waistline?

Posted 11/24/2012 10:00:00 AM By: : 58 comments 72,463 views

Drink Coffee & Tea for Your Health

Are coffee and tea actually good for you? How much is too much? Get the facts you need to know about your favorite brewed beverages here.

Posted 10/31/2012 6:00:00 AM By: : 134 comments 89,978 views

You Asked: Do Drinks Like Coffee, Tea or Diet Soda Count toward My Daily Water Quota?

One of the most common questions new SparkPeople members have is "Do drinks like coffee, tea or diet soda count toward my daily water quota?"

Posted 8/7/2012 12:00:00 AM By: : 109 comments 213,770 views

You Asked: Do I Really Need to Drink 8 Cups of Water Each Day for Health and Weight Loss?

You asked, we answered: Do I Really Need to Drink 8 Cups of Water Each Day for Health and Weight Loss? Get the inside scoop from SparkPeople's experts!

Posted 6/12/2012 12:00:00 AM By: : 64 comments 75,400 views

Smarter Sips: Try These Low-Cal Beverages for Summer

These days you're more likely to buy a powdered mix, gel, or bottle of flavored tea or lemonade, but these classic drinks are easy to make and help you stay hydrated.

Posted 6/4/2012 2:00:00 PM By: : 27 comments 36,905 views