Australia’s demand for domestically-made, no sugar added juices is on the rise, as more sugary drinks and concentrate juices fall out of favour. In a nation that’s struggling to stay healthy, fresh juices are seen to walk the line between health-conscious and indulgent.

Amid growing health concerns, many Australians are cutting back on sugar, with 24% of them following a diet that restricts their intake. How are they satisfying their craving for a sweet sensation without resorting to artificial alternatives like aspartame that are often regarded with suspicion?

Australia has long been seen as a nation of hard-drinking lager lovers, but the truth is more nuanced – and surprising. Aussies now drink less than at any point in the last 50 years, abstention is on the rise, and tastes have significantly changed too. But what’s behind these cultural shifts?

It’s no secret that Australians have been getting into shape in recent years. From going organic to embracing intense fitness classes, being the best you can be is a big deal Down Under. While soft drinks lose popularity, Schweppes plans to cash in on the health craze with the introduction of Lqd+.