Ideas for healthy, refreshing and anti-inflammatory drinks to enjoy this summer

Tips to cool off in summer with healthy drinks

Three things come with the arrival of summer: increased heat, more time spent outside, and a greater need for water.

And how can one remain hydrated the best? Even if you don’t feel like drinking water, you should, especially when you’re doing something more sociable and it’s common to drink sugar-filled soft drinks or alcohol (beers, mojitos, and other cocktails, red wines in the summer, etc.).

However, that is bad for your health. In actuality, these beverages dehydrate us more than anything else, even though they currently seem to revitalize us.

In case you want to sip something refreshing and more “fun” than water throughout the summer, I’m sharing a few healthy and delectable drink ideas with you today.

They will be excellent for you because they are tasty, easy to digest, and some even have anti-inflammatory properties.

Why is it so important to drink healthy beverages and stay hydrated throughout the summer?

Drink plenty of water. Maintaining proper hydration is crucial throughout the year, but it becomes much more crucial during the summer.

Remember that sweating is our body’s way of controlling its temperature, and it increases in hotter weather.

However, we lose water and electrolytes (such potassium and sodium) through perspiration, which can quickly cause dehydration if not adequately replaced.

And water is essential for numerous bodily functions:

Delivery of oxygen and nutrients to cells.
Waste removal through perspiration and urine.
The digestive system operating properly, which aids in digestion and keeps constipation at bay.
Keep your skin healthy and shield it from drying out or becoming more vulnerable to sunburn.

You can see how crucial it is to maintain adequate hydration for your body to function correctly by considering the numerous other benefits.

Because of this, you should always have a bottle of water on hand and bring it with you wherever you go.

Eat fruits and vegetables as well, as they are high in water content.

In actuality, nature is shrewd and aware of what our bodies require, which is why there is such diversity in the summer.

Drinking seawater, which is high in vital minerals like sodium and is good for the digestive system, helps regulate the pH of the body, and boosts the immune system, is a good way to stay hydrated.

But you shouldn’t eat it straight from the ocean without some sort of treatment. Purchase pre-prepared and bottled seawater and mix it with a glass of water.

Healthy drinks: what to choose when you go out for a drink or go out to eat.

The summertime (and perpetual) big dilemma.

Alcohol and socializing are intimately related. You are the “weird one” if you choose not to drink it.

My lifelong friends would tell me, “You used to be cool,” and the waiters would give me weird looks when I asked for water after I made dietary changes and gave up booze.

And no, it wasn’t cool before; now that I’ve decided to put my health first, it is cool.

If you do, I’ll give you some tips on how to order water so you can drink it in a different way and it tastes better.

Request a standard or sparkling drink, depending on your preference, but request a slice and ice.

Because it is high in probiotics, which support intestinal health and enhance digestion, and antioxidants, kombucha is another healthy beverage option to order when you go out for a drink. It has anti-inflammatory qualities as well.

You’re likely to discover one you enjoy because there are so many brands and varieties available.

Of course, even though practically all shops now carry it, many pubs and restaurants do not (for whatever reason I do not understand).

In order to exert pressure on them to introduce it everywhere, I urge you to request it even if you are aware that the location you visited would not have it.

I suggest ordering this from a restaurant, but if you want to have something unique and interesting at home or if you have a special get-together with friends at the pool or somewhere else, there are plenty of other healthy and delectable drink options that you can make and that you will enjoy.

5 ideas for healthy drinks with an anti-inflammatory effect and refreshing flavored waters to beat the heat.

1. Coconut water.

It is a great option for hydration because it is high in electrolytes. It also helps with digestion and is high in antioxidants and minerals.

The best part, though, is that it tastes great. I adore it.

You can serve it cold with ice, drink it straight from a green coconut (which is my favorite), or mix it with other drinks (I’ll give you some suggestions later).

If you decide to purchase it, be sure that the only ingredient list includes coconut water.

2. Cucumber and mint water.

One liter of water, half a cucumber, a fresh mint sprig, and half a lemon are required.

Afterwards you will have to:

Slice the lemon and the cucumber.
Put them in the water with the sprig of mint.
To ensure that the taste stays in the water, let it sit in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight.
If you want it colder, serve it with ice.

3. Water with ginger and lemon.

You need 1 liter of water, ½ lemon, 1 slice (about 5 cm) of ginger.

Afterwards you will have to:

Slice the lemon and the ginger.
Put them in the water.
To ensure that the taste stays in the water, let it sit in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight.
If you want it colder, serve it with ice.

4. Apple and cinnamon water.

You need 1 liter of water, 1 apple and 1 cinnamon stick.

Afterwards you will have to:

Slice the apple.
To the water, add the apple and cinnamon stick.
To ensure that the taste stays in the water, let it sit in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight.
If you want it colder, serve it with ice.

5. Red fruit and basil water.

You need 1 liter of water, 1 handful of red berries (whatever you want) and 1 sprig of fresh basil.

Afterwards, you will have to:

Add red fruits and basil to the water.
To ensure the taste stays in the water, let it sit in the fridge for at least two hours or overnight.
If you want it colder, serve it with ice.