Avoid Sugary
Soft Drinks & Fruit Juices

`Sugar-laden soft drinks should generally be avoided. Not only can they upset blood-sugar control, but they may also suppress the immune system, reduce levels of “healthy” HDL cholesterol, and increase levels of uric acid (which may increase the risk of gout). Sugared soft drinks have also been found to be linked to childhood obesity.’ (Dr John Briffa, Ultimate Health, p15)

Most packaged fruit juices are produced from fruit concentrate. These concentrates have been subjected to extremely high temperatures in order to render them sterile. Such extreme heat destroys the enzymes in the fruit juice and a large proportion of the nutritional value. Besides being packaged in aluminium, these fruit extracts also `concentrate toxins from pesticide laden fruit.’ (Paul Pitchford, Healing With Whole Foods, p.626).

Far better to juice your own fresh fruit. Be warned, however, that the sugar content of even natural juices is high and, as such, even the most natural of juices should still be used sparingly. Always quench your thirst with water and then use juices as no more than an occasional spoil.

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