This post was written in partnership with Oasis Canada.
New year, new me, right? We-e-elll…I’m a work in progress, you know?
I know how important it is to get regular exercise, sleep more, keep hydrated, eat whole, unprocessed foods, and cutting sugar and sodium. I know you do too. But all that’s easier said than done of course.
Look, we all know sugar isn’t good for us and that we should be making changes to reduce our sugar intake. Some changes are hard to make, like quitting ice cream or only buying one box of Kay’s Girl Guide cookies. Fortunately, other changes are easier!
I know I should drink more water, but honestly it can get boring sometimes. At dinner time, water is our usual beverage of choice, but for lunch and snack time, sometimes we like a little bit of variety. Oasis HydraFruit beverages are a pretty good option as far as I’m concerned. These juice blends mix organic juice with filtered water for a juice that tastes much better than plain water with 60% less sugar than regular fruit juice.
HydraFruit beverages come in five delicious varieties – Fruit Fusion, Watermelon Apple, Lemon Iced Tea, Strawberry Kiwi, and Clementine – all without preservatives, added sugar, or artificial sweeteners. They’re certified organic and contain 60% less sugar than regular fruit juice blends, but still provide 100% recommended Vitamin C intake in one 250 ml serving. With 50 calories or less per serving, that’s a winning combo in my house!
But how do they taste?
Really good! HydraFruit beverages have lots of fruit flavour and don’t taste too watery at all. My favourite is the lemon iced tea (made with naturally caffeine-free rooibos tea so the kids can enjoy it too). Tee’s fave is the watermelon apple juice, and Kay wants you to know that strawberry kiwi is her favourite.
You know what else HydraFruit beverages are great for? Making ice pops!
Just pour into an ice pop mold and freeze. This super simple dessert idea has way less sugar than store-bought ice pops and a good portion of your day’s recommended Vitamin C. You could even add some chunks of real fruit for a little extra flair. You’re welcome!
HydraFruit beverages come in two sizes – 960 ml cartons and 200 ml juice boxes – and they’re processed and packaged entirely in Canada.
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Disclosure: This is a sponsored conversation. Nevertheless, all opinions expressed are completely honest and my own. Your experience may differ.
I stopped having prossed food and sugar.
Drinking much more water.
the changes I have made are eating more fruits and veggies, cutting out carbs and any processed foods and in the past year I have lost 88 lbs
Heart problems run in my family, so I’ve been making an effort to eat more heart healthy. Less greace for sure.
I’ve been drinking more water and exercising more… again!
I’ve gone to the gym more and have been eating more well balanced meals to maintain a good diet and good health.
I’m drinking more water and having juice with less sugar. I also walk my dogs daily to keep in shape.
I’ve reduced processed foods and refined sugar from my diet. I’m also exercising more, drinking more water, and trying to reduce screen time.
I have started to add more veggies and fruits into my diet, gave up all pop and sugary drinks
I’m trying to cut sugar out of my diet and drinking much more water than I used to.
I’ve been trying to increase my vegetable intake.
I have cut down on junkfood like chips and sweets
I am drinking more water and cutting back on the sugar
Sadly I haven’t made hardly any and yesterday I was sent for a chest X-ray, ECG and bloodwork and told that I’m in trouble. I NEED to make a lot of changes. Starting with some gentle walking and losing weight. It looks like this juice is a far better option that my favourite OJ. Thanks.
I just bought some of this juice. Definitely going to give this a try ?
I try to limit the amount of sugar and junk food our family eats, and lots of veggies!
I am keeping active by hitting the gym 1-3 times a week. Also eating 80% fruits and veggie
My daughter is obsessed with drinking juice and I have always been hesitant to give it to her but sometimes with her terrible 2 tantrums, that is the only way to calm her down. This is an excellent juice alternative than sunrype! I definitely will switch to this!
I only eat bread/carbs once a day. I choose vegetables and fruit for snacks.
I have started to drink more water and gave up unhealthy snacks.
I am drinking a lot more water now and our dinner plates are more than 1/2 veggies now – usually roasted.
I’ve added veggies to all our meals including breakfast. We eat more whole grains and less processed foods.
We are eating more veggies and cutting out soda
I am exercising three times a week and cutting out junk food as much as possible.
We have been walking for over an hour everyday and are trying to eat healthier meals
For the last couple of months, I’ve been changing my eating habits, incorporating plant-base food recipes, trying new healthy foods and I go to the YWCA 4 or 5 times a week to run and swim and I’ve never felt better and I’m in my mid-fifties!
I am trying to eat more fruits and vegetables and cutting back on the amount of meat I eat.
I’ve been making time to exercise everyday. I’m currently doing beach body and I find it fun! I’m also trying not to eat after dinner but finding that one really tricky.
The changes I have made is drink more water, take my vitamins, and try to walk more.
I recently got a fitbit and have been wearing it every day. I find the little prompts and goal celebrations oddly encouraging to get me to at least my 10,000 steps per day!
We don’t buy highly processed food products. Our consumption of sugars has been greatly reduced. Our daily walks have gotten a little longer.
The changes I’ve made in my diet to support good health is to make an attempt to eat more fresh fruits and veggies. This is hard for me but I’m trying to be more conscious of my food choices.
I try to reduce my sugar consumption and eat more fruit and vegetables.
I have cut back on donuts which is HUGE! seriously it is a weakness of mine. and I have gotten back into a work out routine with hubby as it has been two years
we are cutting way back on processed foods to try supporting better health
I have been sticking to my exercise regime since November and am proud of that. I am incorporating healthier foods with less sodium in them and choosing more fruit drinks, fruits and vegetables into my daily diet. I love the idea of making HydraFruit pops which will make an awesome treat. Thanks for that.
We (my son and I) are trying to eat healthier but it’s an uphill battle… our more exercising is working though, we are both going out for walks together.
Mishelle G
I’ve been trying to add more veggies to my diet.
I have been eating healthier, drinking more water and getting active.
I have reduced my sugar and fat intake!
I try to eat fresh foods more and drink more water! Thanks!
I make sure to stay hydrated, eat whole foods, and have recently focused on iron-rich foods/a supplement to address severe anemia.
I’m walking to and from work, and I’ve started using my Pilates reformer a few times a week. It does make a difference.
I try to eat less sugar.
I’m trying to leave the car at home and walk more
There is a calendar with a walk outside marked for each day, regardless of the weather. Thanks.
I have been eating healthier and am eating smaller portions.
I cut out sodas and make my food from scratch – no more processed foods!
We are trying to eat less treats and sugar in general.
I am eating a lot more fruit, veggies and unprocessed foods these days. It definitely helps with my diabetes.