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There’s nothing better than cooling off with a frosty, blended beverage on a scorching summer day.But did you know some of your favorite sips could totally be sabotaging your beach bod?

I mean, sure, we all knowmilkshakes and Slurpees probably aren’t the best thing to suck down when you’re watching your waistline.However, you might be surprised to know there are a lot of sugary drinks out there thatare deceptively bad for you.

Yep, from frozen frappes and iced lattes to fruity smoothies and protein shakes, there are a lot of seemingly innocent sips that look relatively healthy at a first glance.

But if you take a look at what’s actually inside some of those deceiving drinks, you’ll find a lot of your beloved beveragescontain a mind-blowing amount of calories, not to mention, a shit ton of sugar.

In fact,some of these ice-cold cups can contain as much sugar as half a dozen doughnuts.

I don’t know about you, but if I’m going to blow all of my calories in one sitting, I’d much rather stuff my face with a box of Krispy Kreme treats than waste my daily allotment on a shitty green smoothie.

If you’re wondering how your favorite drinks stack up against each other, you’re in luck.We recently set out to uncover the amount of calories hidden in these seasonal sips, and to put this number into perspective for you, we alsofigured outhow much exercise ittakes toburn off each of these bad boys.

Unfortunately, it looks like we’re going to be spending a lot of time in the gym this summer.

Take a look at the pictures below to see how many minutes of exercise it takes to undo some of your favorite summer sips.(Note: Drink calories are based on a size large, and calories burned are based on a 140-pound person.)

Shake Shack Vanilla Shake

Jamba Juice Greens ‘n Ginger Smoothie

Dunkin’ Donuts Vanilla Bean Coolatta

Panera Bread Iced Caramel Latte

Wendy’s Chocolate Frosty Shake

Starbucks Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino

Burger King Oreo Shake

Juice Generation Protein Buzz Smoothie

7-Eleven Fanta Wild Cherry Slurpee

Jamba Juice Peanut Butter Moo’d Smoothie

Dunkin’ Donuts Frozen Mocha Coffee Coolatta

Burger King Tropical Mango Smoothie

Starbucks Iced Green Tea Latte

McDonald’s Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Tired of salads that are only a little more than a bowl of lettuce? Bored of the same old bagged salad kit?

If so, here are six tips for making a satisfying, nutrient-packed “super salad” for your next lunch or dinner:

1. Make it lean with greens.

Start with a base of fresh, leafy greens like kale, spinach, leaf lettuce, romaine, arugula, frise and radicchio to help you meet the daily minimum of three servings of vegetables per day. Two cups of mixed greens provides your daily requirement of Vitamins A, C and K and a powerful dose of disease-fighting phytonutrients.

Boost fiber and nutrition with another cup of fresh, steamed or grilled colorful veggies. Some of my favorites include grape tomatoes, grilled eggplant, beets, summer squash, asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts and red peppers.

2. Perfect your protein.

Next, add 3 to 5 ounces of calorie-conscious lean protein, like grilled chicken, tuna, eggs, salmon, tofu, shrimp, lean beef or cottage cheese. Protein foods bring flavor and texture, but they’ll also help you feel full for longer. A report published in the Journal Of The Academy Of Nutrition And Dieteticsanalyzed data from 20 studies and foundthat eating protein-rich meals kept peoplefeeling fuller longer, compared to lower protein meals with the same number of calories.

If you’re struggling to lose or maintain your weight, eating protein-rich salads and reducing low-quality calories that don’t contribute to satiety may help. Aim for about20 to 30 grams of protein for your salad.Forgo or limit calorie- and saturated fat-rich proteins like bacon, salami and other processed red meats and full-fat cheese.

3. Add some crunch.

For more interest, a few tablespoons of slivered almonds, toasted pine nuts, walnuts or seeds (think pumpkin, sesame, sunflower or flaxseeds) add crunch along with heart healthy fats. One of my favorite salads with crunch is this beet and goat cheese salad with walnuts.

Looking for something more exotic? Try pomegranate arils or crispy onions. Use caution with croutons because a half-cup serving of some store-bought seasoned varieties can add over 100 calories.

4. Drizzle it with dressing.

While olive oil and vinegar is an easy, basic dressing, it will make your salad will go from “ho-hum” to “yum” if you get more creative. For a burst of flavor that perfectly compliments greens and grains, add a mix of cumin, honey and curry powder to a base of canola oil and balsamic vinegar. It’s a perfect finish for this black bean, mango and quinoa salad.

You’ll have a tasty dressing in minutes that’s high in heart-smart monounsaturated fats, thanks to the canola oil. I love canola oil for all my dressings because it’s a neutral flavor, and the light texture doesn’t overpower other ingredients. For a rich, creamy option that won’t wreck your waistline, try this amazing Green Goddess dressing with a fat-free Greek yogurt base.

5. Use whole grains.

Hearty whole grains like bulgur, quinoa, brown rice and kasha offerdelicious nuttyflavor and important nutrients like fiber, B vitamins and high quality carbohydrates. Many are good sources of protein as well (take note, vegetarians).Research indicates that eating whole grains in placeof refined grains lowers the risk of many chronic diseases.

While benefits are most pronounced for those consuming at least three servings daily, some studies show reduced risks from as little as one serving daily. For something different that will wow your tastebuds, try this Chinese black rice, orange and avocado salad.

6. Add some pizzazz.

If you want to take it a step further, a few extra touches can transform a salad from ordinary to extraordinary. Add fresh, shopped herbs like cilantro, mint, basil, lemongrass or parsley.

This Middle Eastern-style Fattoush salad infuses mint and cilantro for a rich and flavorful meal. For a little sweetness, consider fresh fruit like apples, pears, berries, peaches or citrus. This mixed greens and apple saladis one of my favorites.

This article was originally published on WebMD.

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This Is How Much Exercise It Takes To Burn Off Your Favorite Summer Drinks