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To be cross there’s artificial sweeteners in most drinks now?

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Worriedmummy2400 · 02/09/2024 12:58

I’m starting keto so cutting down the carbs considerably but I don’t want to up the artificial sweeteners either. I like lemon squash but all the brands seem to use sweeteners that aren’t great for you. Like diet drinks do. Is there a low carb so no sugar squash that uses a better sweetener? I’ve been told by a dr to cut down caffeine and artificial sweeteners. I hate water and don’t drink it plain. Help!

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DelilahBucket · 02/09/2024 13:12

Yes it is very annoying. I've cut sweeteners out of my diet completely and it has made a huge difference to my life. I am absolutely amazed at how many drinks have sweeteners in them. I shouldn't be amazed, it is so companies don't have to pay the sugar tax. As per usual, companies are putting human health at risk so they can protect their bottom line. The answer? Buy the really expensive, premium stuff 🙄

Underlig · 02/09/2024 13:11

Fruit juice and dilute it.
Elderflower cordial is nice and usually doesn’t have any artificial ingredients or sweetener.

BogRollBOGOF · 02/09/2024 13:11

Fruit tea? It takes the edge of the wateriness.

Artificial sweetners are rank and give me thumping headaches. Plus the bastarding things leave an aftertaste for hours. 🤢

KFC is a joke. I wouldn't be in there in the first place if I was having an ultra healthy moment, and water does not wash that level of grease away.

Pubs are also annoying. Often the only option is a small bottle of over-priced coke if drinking alcohol isn't an option.

AgileGreenSeal · 02/09/2024 13:09

Nicest water I’ve had was a large jug of iced mineral water with loads of fresh mint crammed into the jug. Beautiful.

AgnesX · 02/09/2024 13:08

Plain sparkling water makes you feel like you've had something but if you really can't stand plain add chunks of lemon and orange - and soon, tangerine slices.

oakleaffy · 02/09/2024 13:08

Sweeteners ( artificial) taste foul.
A bitter aftertaste Aspartame- GROSS.

Talipesmum · 02/09/2024 13:07

I dislike the taste of sweeteners too so basically avoid most things. Though I’m happy with water though. Try just putting a slice of lemon or orange in it.
You could also try an air up bottle - my son has one, it’s kind of ridiculous but you’re drinking plain water but it tastes of the cartridge you smell as you’re drinking it.

HotHotChilli · 02/09/2024 13:07

Water Sparkling or still, with fresh lime juice (or lemon) do a few fruits at a time keep in the fridge, no sugar and delicious.

Wavescrashingonthebeach · 02/09/2024 13:06

Ever tried cucumber water? Just steep slices of cucumber in water. It's so refreshing

StarDolphins · 02/09/2024 13:06

I agree. I just find sugared cordials on Ocado. I hate the taste of sweetened drinks.

Therightcoffee · 02/09/2024 13:04

Ginger, mint? Tonnes of recipes for naturally flavouring water out there.

Sethera · 02/09/2024 13:03

Try water with just a dash of pure fruit juice - basically, add it as you would squash. There'll be a small amount of sugar from the fruit juice but better than lots of artificial additives if you can't drink water plain.

RaininSummer · 02/09/2024 13:02

Have you tried actual lemon slices in hot or cold water? Otherwise I think Rocks cordials may be crap free.

gemsgv · 02/09/2024 13:01

Yes it's annoying. Many bars/cafes only sell the diet versions on soft drinks now. Even if the menu says sprite, it tends to be the diet version.

They use sorbitol, a very sweet tasting laxative