The Reality-Checked Diet -- Week 6: Lose liquid calories

Of course, nothing beats water when it comes to quenching thirst and keeping you hydrated, but if you need something with a little flavor, try these slimming sippers:

Instead of sweetened iced tea, try lemon-lime seltzer or plain seltzer with a squeeze of lemon or lime.

Instead of fruity drinks, try Crystal Light on the Go packets in 16 ounces of water.

Instead of cola, try mixing 8 ounces Celestial Seasonings Morning Thunder tea with 8 ounces of seltzer and one teaspoon honey.