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Drinking sugar-sweetened beverages can add up to serious health risks. But small changes like choosing water instead of sugary drinks can add up to a much healthier lifestyle.
Studies have found that regularly drinking sugar-sweetened beverages can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Drinking as little as two (8 ounce) glasses of sugar-sweetened beverages per day can increase the risk of heart disease by 21%.
Research shows that drinking more than two (8 ounce) portions of sugary beverages per week can increase the risk of tooth decay.
Whether you’re choosing a refreshing glass of water instead of a sugar-sweetened drink, adding more fruits and veggies to your meals, or finding time to break a sweat, making positive changes can help create healthier futures. CalFresh Healthy Living can help you discover the healthy habits that add up to healthier lives.
Adults should aim for 2 cups of fruits and 2.5 cups of vegetables daily. Children should aim for 1 cup of fruit and 1.5 cups of vegetables daily.
Preparing meals at home helps you control both your food budget and what goes into your meals.
Being healthy doesn’t have to feel like a mountain to climb, but rather, something attainable and enjoyable for you and your family. The first step toward a healthier future can be as simple as taking the stairs more often or dancing at home. Your effort helps pave a healthier path for our families, neighbors and communities to follow.
Every bit of exercise you do helps you feel better, physically AND mentally. Get your fitness routine started with these simple exercises.
Individual change becomes family change, which eventually leads to a healthier, stronger community. What matters most is taking the first step down the healthier path you’ve uncovered.