Beverages That Boost Wellness
1. Green Tea
- Benefits: Packed with antioxidants, boosts metabolism, and supports brain health.
- Preparation: Just steep green tea leaves or a tea bag in hot water for 3-5 minutes.
2. Lemon Water
- Benefits: Aids digestion provides a good dose of vitamin C and helps detoxify the body.
- Preparation: Squeeze half a lemon into a glass of warm or cold water. You can add a bit of honey for sweetness.
3. Ginger Tea
- Benefits: Reduces inflammation, helps with digestion, and soothes the stomach.
- Preparation: Boil slices of fresh ginger in water for about 10 minutes, strain, and add honey or lemon to taste.
4. Turmeric Milk (Golden Milk)
- Benefits: Anti-inflammatory boosts the immune system and may improve heart health.
- Preparation: Mix a teaspoon of turmeric powder into a cup of warm milk (dairy or plant-based). Add a pinch of black pepper and a bit of honey for flavor.
5. Smoothies
- Benefits: Great way to pack in fruits, vegetables, and other nutrients. Can support overall health, energy levels, and digestion.
- Preparation: Blend your favorite fruits (like berries, banana, mango), greens (like spinach or kale), and a liquid base (like water, milk, or juice). You can also add yogurt, nuts, seeds, or protein powder.
6. Herbal Infusions
- Benefits: Depending on the herbs, can help with relaxation, digestion, and overall wellness. Rosemary is good for the digestion and regulating liver health. Sage is an anti-inflammatory and helps to decrease blood sugar levels.
- Preparation: Steep herbs like chamomile, peppermint, or hibiscus in hot water for 5-10 minutes. Enjoy these teas if you indulge in a carb heavy meal.
These drinks are not only easy to make but also provide various health benefits. Make them ahead and store in refrigerator. See the Recipes section for smoothie blends and read more details about benefits of these drinks in our other articles.
