It's got fruit in it, so it must be healthy – right? Well, not necessarily. Juices, smoothies and liquid breakfasts are marketed as health drinks, but some are chock-full of sugar and pack more kilojoules than a meal. We can tell you which ones to avoid, and we also examine the health claims around coconut water and wheatgrass juice.
Juices and smoothies
Juices and smoothies
CHOICE puts the nutritionist's squeeze on popular 'health' drinks such as smoothies, juices and liquid breakfasts.
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Can you really juice your way to good health?
From Nutribullet to Vitamix, we look at the pros and cons of juicing at home.
Is coconut water healthy?
Coconut water isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Are smoothies and frappes healthy?
You might be surprised by the sugary punch packed by some fruit-based drinks.
Liquid breakfasts
Are breakfast drinks a healthy option when you’re eating on the run? CHOICE checks out liquid breakfasts, such as Sanitarium’s Up&Go and more.
Wheatgrass juice
It's supposed to be a health tonic, but where's the evidence for its benefits?
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