Are zero calories drink safe?

Diet/zero calorie drinks are neither “healthy” nor “unhealthy”.

Why is Crystal Light bad for you?

The most controversial ingredients in Crystal Light are artificial colors and sweeteners. While the FDA generally recognizes them as safe, some claim aspartame, sucralose, stevia, and artificial colors lack long-term evidence and may have adverse effects.

Is MiO water enhancer bad for you?

Still, keep in mind that the use of MiO is unnecessary. Using this product is not the most natural way to increase your water intake. MiO is likely safe for regular consumption, although it shouldn’t be your go-to for hydration.

Are low calorie drink mixes bad for you?

Yet another study from 2017 tied drinking diet soft drinks to a higher risk of ischemic stroke. But low-calorie and no-calorie sweeteners have been considered healthy sugar substitutes because they provide sweet taste without calories or glycemic effects on blood sugar that have contributed to obesity and diabetes.

Are artificial sweeteners bad for you?

A sugar substitute (artificial sweetener) is a food additive that duplicates the effect of sugar in taste, but usually has less food energy. Besides its benefits, animal studies have convincingly proven that artificial sweeteners cause weight gain, brain tumors, bladder cancer and many other health hazards.

Is MiO better than Crystal Light?

The Verdict: MiO, by a long shot. Crystal Light will too, and so will Kool-Aid mix, but MiO looks and acts like food coloring: It’s liquid, and a little goes a long way.

Is Crystal Light safe for your kidneys?

The kidney can handle most any kind of liquid your mother would choose to drink. Crystal Light or any other flavoring would be fine.

Does adding Crystal Light to water still count as drinking water?

For those wondering: Yes, crystal light does count as water intake, but sugar substitutes bring their own issues, so use sparingly. 8-16 ounces a day of water intake with sugar substitutes are fine, but you will still want to drink the bulk of your water plain or only naturally flavored.

Can flavored water count as water intake?

We can Verify: Our expert says flavored waters are a sufficient substitute for normal H2O. “If you’re not going to drink tap water because it’s boring, but you will drink a sugar-free either non-carbonated or carbonated natural flavored water alternative, then that is healthier than no water at all.”