The Non-Negotiables That Changed My Health as a Busy Mom (Part 4): I Don’t Drink My Calories
Why Liquid Calories Are a Hard No for Me
Liquid calories are one of the fastest ways to stall progress.
For busy moms trying to lose weight or stay consistent, this matters more than people realize.
I’m talking about:
Sodas
Juices
Specialty coffees with 400+ calories and 50g of sugar
These calories add up quickly and do nothing for you.
They don’t nourish you.
They don’t keep you full.
They don’t support fat loss.
What Liquid Calories Actually Do
Liquid calories don’t register in the body the same way solid foods do.
Because they require little digestion and no chewing:
They bypass normal fullness signals
They digest quickly
They don’t create satiety
So you can consume hundreds of calories and still feel hungry shortly after.
That’s the problem.
What I Do Instead
This is what works for me:
I eat my calories instead of drinking them
I prioritize protein and fiber so meals actually fill me up
I keep coffee and other drinks simple
I choose water and electrolytes most of the day
I want my calories to:
Slow digestion
Control hunger
Support my goals
If a calorie isn’t doing that, I don’t need it.
The Takeaway
Liquid calories are a no for me because they add up fast and give me nothing in return.
Pay attention to what you’re drinking NOW.
– Mailoha
