Keep count.

No more than 10% of your total daily calories shoild come from beverages. If you’re eating 1,800 calories daily, that’s 180 calories, or a glass of orange juice and half a can of soda. Double-check labels first: Some bottles contain two or more servings!

Time it right.

Drink most of your high calorie beverages during the day, when you’re most active and likely to burn them off.

Savour the flavor.

Is a mocha coffee whip calling your name? If your going to indulge, take the time to enjoy it. Ordering it as part of a meal means you won’t register how many calories it has.

Pace yourself.

Whether it’s cocktails or soda, have a glass of water in between each round. You’ll consume fewer calories and stay hydrated at the same time.

Milk it.

A glass of skim milk – especially good for curbing before bed munchies – ranks just behind water and tea when it comes to approved drinks. Also on the list? 100% juices such as pomegranate and cherry, which are rich in antioxidants but whose whole fruits are not always easy to find or eat.