Beverage Consumption Info!
Learn what's best for your body and how to earn points and win! Making informed drink choices supports hydration, energy regulation, and overall health. Below are basic guidelines based on established public health recommendations.
Water
- The recommended daily fluid intake is approximately 2.7 liters for women and 3.7 liters for men. This app suggest at least 100oz per day!
- Water contains no calories, sugar, or caffeine.
- Helps with focus, digestion, and temperature regulation.
Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated. Drinking water will earn you the most points!
Caffeine
- The maximum recommended daily caffeine intake for most healthy adults is 400 mg.
- Excessive caffeine consumption can cause elevated heart rate, insomnia, anxiety, and headaches.
- Caffeine content in common drinks:
- Celsius (can): 200–270 mg
- Brewed coffee (8 oz): ~95 mg
- Coca-Cola (12 oz): ~34 mg
- Bottle of Mountain Dew: 91-98 mg
Exceeding the 400 mg daily limit will result in no points awarded for additional caffeinated drinks that day!
Added Sugar Drinks
- The American Heart Association recommends limiting added sugar intake to 25 grams per day for women and 36 grams per day for men
- High sugar intake is associated with increased risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease!
- Added sugar is commonly found in sodas, energy drinks, sweetened teas, and flavored waters.
- Sugar content in common drinks:
- Monster Energy (16 oz): 54g
- Bottled sweet tea: 25–30g
- Vitaminwater (20 oz): 27g
- Coca-Cola (12 oz): 39g
Surpassing the daily sugar limit will result in zero points awarded for any further drink entries for that day!
Juice and Flavored Drinks
- 100% fruit juice contains essential vitamins but also high amounts of natural sugar and lacks dietary fiber.
- Many flavored drinks marketed as “healthy” contain significant added sugar.
- Look for “unsweetened” or “no added sugar” labels to minimize sugar intake! Whole fruits are preferable over fruit juice!
These drinks still count to the daily sugar intake but you’ll earn more points with juice than most other drinks!
Milk and Milk Alternatives
- Dairy and fortified plant-based milks (such as almond, soy, or oat) provide calcium, vitamin D, and protein!
- Choose unsweetened, low-fat, or fat-free options!
- Flavored varieties (ex. chocolate or vanilla) often contain added sugars and should be consumed in moderation.
Unsweetened/regular milk or milk alternatives can allow you to gain more points!