Choosing a Healthy Beverage

The Nutrition Magician addresses a question from Mariah about choosing healthy beverages. The video explores misleading advertising tactics used by drink manufacturers and investigates the ingredients of three drinks: Perfect Purple, Yellow Scope, and Kina Greena. It highlights the health risks associated with high sugar content and artificial sweeteners, particularly for children. The video concludes with recommendations for healthier drink options, such as low-fat milk, 100% fruit juice, and water.

What is the main role of the Nutrition Magician?

• To advertise food products

• To solve questions about healthy foods and drinks

• To sell beverages

• To perform magic tricks with food

What is a common advertising trick used by drink manufacturers?

• Providing discounts

• Using celebrity endorsements

• Claiming their drink is the healthiest

• Offering free samples

What ingredient in 'Perfect Purple' is concerning for health?

• Natural fruit extracts

• Mineral water

• High fructose corn syrup

• Vitamin C

Why are energy drinks like 'Yellow Scope' not recommended for kids?

• They are loaded with caffeine

• They are too expensive

• They taste bad

• They contain too much sugar

What is a misleading term often used in advertising drinks like 'Kina Greena'?

• All natural

• Sugar-free

• Vitamin enriched

• Low calorie

Which of the following is a healthy beverage choice?

• Fruit-flavored drinks

• Energy drinks

• 100% fruit juice

• Soda

What is the best drink to stay hydrated, especially during exercise?

• Soft drinks

• Sports drinks

• Milk

• Water