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Best Soda Alternatives
You know soft drinks aren’t a smart way to get rid of your thirst. Making them a habit increases your risk of being overweight. But water isn’t the only smart alternative. Choose pure juice which has fewer calories and more nutrients will contribute to your good health. Studies show surprising benefits from:
Orange Juice
Drinking a couple of glasses of OJ prevents the inflammation (炎症) that can be caused by a fast food breakfast, making damage to blood vessels less likely, a new study shows. The protective effect may come from the juice’s contents with anti-inflammatory properties.
Grape Juice
It’s a good source of antioxidants (抗氧化剂) that seem to strengthen brain function. In one study, older adults who drink grape juice daily for 12 weeks shows significant improvement on memory tests.
Lemonade Juice
Several studies suggest lemonade can help stay away from kidney stones, a painful problem that’s on the increase and cut your risk of a recurrence by as much as 90 percent with a large daily dose: Mix four ounces of lemon juice with two liters of water and drink straight up or sweetened, says Roger L. Sur, MD, director of the University of California, San Diego, Comprehensive Kidney Stone Center.
Apple Juice
Apples may reduce the risk of colon cancer, prostate cancer and lung cancer. Compared to many other fruits and vegetables, apples contain relatively low amounts of vitamin C, but a rich source of antioxidant compounds. The fiber content, while less than in most other fruits, helps regulate bowel (肠道) movements and may thus reduce the risk of colon cancer. They may also help with heart disease and weight loss.
21. Drinking soft drinks more often may develop the risk of _____.
A. fatness B. thirst C. heart attack D. cancer
22. As for those suffering memory loss, it’s better to drink _______.
A. Orange Juice B. Lemonade Juice
C. Apple Juice D. Grape Juice
23. What can we learn about apple juice?
A. It contains much more fiber than other fruits.
B. Its contents can help fight against inflammation.
C. There are abundant antioxidant compounds in it.
D. People with kidney stones should drink it more.
