We all know we should be drinking water. Good chance more water than we are. But what if you don’t like just plain ole’ water? You probably will reach for the many flavored waters that are on the market. You may be thinking, “sweet, I’m drinking water instead of Coke so this will be better for me”. I love your train of thinking and for making that switch from Coke to water. Sadly, many flavored waters on the market are filled with artificial sweeteners, flavors and preservatives. 🙁 I’m sorry if I just bummed you out. But take heart because in this post I will be sharing easy DIY infused water recipes you can make at home plus one company that sells legit flavored sparkling water.
healthier drinks
All About Matcha + Matcha Latte Recipe
Have you ever had a matcha latte? If not, more than likely you have heard of it and may be wondering what it is! Let’s chat about this powerhouse and leave you with a delicious, easy to make matcha latte recipe!
How To Make Fresh Juice Without A Juicer + Green Juice Recipe
When your closest raw juice bar is 45 minutes away, you make it at home! And if you’re like me, you had to chose between investing in a high-powered blender or juicer. (I opted for the blender.) So today I am showing you how to make fresh juice in your blender! Super easy!
Beach Day Giveaway
Summer = beach days!
Headed to the beach (or lake)? When we go, snacks are always a must have along with a few other things! I’m excited to host this Beach Day Giveaway featuring some good healthy snacks, drinks and some sun protection!
3 Healthier Drink Options To Buy At Your Grocery
Healthier Drink Options To Go!
Today we are talking about drink options when you’re out and about.
One of the important things to look at when buying a bottled drink is the sugar content. Most contain WAY more than we need. Growing up as a Pepsi girl, when I started my health journey I had to say bye-bye to that one. Nowadays when I drink something besides water it could be coffee, healthy lemonade, green juice or kombucha. (Although still working on loving the last one;) It works great if you can make your drinks at home and take with you, however that is not always an option, so today I am sharing three drinks you can pick up at your grocery that I have personally tried and liked.
Suja juices: these are fantastic. Organic, cold pressed. This is a brand I recommend if you can’t make your own. They have different flavors and I personally love the green ones. This company has also come out with many new varieties recently. Side note: The thing about juicing is while it is a great nutrient boost, relief for our digestive system, etc; it can also be unhealthy. If you juice mostly fruit, the sugar content will be high. Much more than we need. Since the fiber from the fruit is not there, it will be a sugar rush to our system. (Which is why I prefer smoothies or blending the fruit) Look at your ingredients and choose wisely. Click to learn more.
Bolthouse Farms-1915 Organic: This brand can often times be on sale at our grocery and I will occasionally pick one up. Although I prefer the Suja, this one is another good choice. Once again, check the sugar content.
Kombucha: This is a drink I have had a hard time coming to really like. It is a great option if you are craving something fizzy & carbonated. It also contains probiotics which are good for our gut. Kombucha can also contain high amounts of sugar. The one pictured above has 2 grams per serving, which is super!
There are many bottled drink options available. Just remember when you are buying them to check your labels. Stay away from the ones filled with sugar, artificial flavors & colors, preservatives and other unnecessary crap.
I want to hear from you: WHAT ARE YOUR FAVORITE BOTTLED DRINKS?!
Healthy Lemonade
Immune Tea
Fall has barely started and it seems people are starting to get the sniffles and sore throats already. 🙁 Mix up this herbal immune tea and keep it in the cupboard ready to pull out when you’re feeling a little sluggish or needing a boost!
Health benefits:
- Besides lots of flavonoids and free radical-scouring antioxidants, elderberries contain 87 percent of the daily value in vitamin C, and high amounts of vitamin A, potassium, iron, vitamin B6, fiber, and beta carotene.
- Nettle is full of calcium, copper, iron, folate, magnesium, potassium , selenium & B Vitamins. Pain reliever and improves inflammatory conditions.
- Alfalfa alkalizes and detoxifies the body.
- Peppermint increases stomach acidity, aiding digestion. Useful for chills, headache, colic, IBS.
- Echinacea fights inflammation and bacterial and viral infection. Stimulates certain white blood cells. Awesome for the immune system and lymphatic system.
Elderberry fun fact:
- As a moniker, the term “elder” is derived from the Anglo-Saxon “aeld,” meaning fire, because the hollow stems of this plant were used to gently blow on flames to intensify the fire. “Sambucus” is a Greek word meaning “wind instrument.” Native Americans once used elderberry branches to make flutes, so the tree was sometimes called “the tree of music.
Tea sourcing:
I source all my teas for this recipe from Mountain Rose Herbs. They are organic and have high quality sourcing. Get some here.
Source:http://foodfacts.mercola.com/elderberries.html
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing
Chai Tea Latte
A chai tea latte just goes perfect with that chilly weather, a good book and your favorite blanket. Never had chai tea? It is slightly spicy, full of antioxidants, promotes digestion and smells amazing!