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However, nowadays, “sparkling water” is often used as an umbrella term for any bubbly water even if it’s not naturally carbonated, including seltzer and club soda (more on these drinks later).

She offers more tips: Dilute grape juice, cranberry juice, Gatorade, and Powerade with club soda -- about 50-50. Young kids love the bubbles. Stock single-serving drinks at home: low-fat chocolate ...

Punch Drink contributor Rax Will says club soda can be “a little too saline,” while mineral waters like Topo Chico “help settle my stomach after a meal.” A note on mineral water ...