Food gets all the attention when it comes to healthy eating, but there are also a number of drinks on the market that are packed with nutrients from a variety of sources designed to fuel your body and keep it operating in optimal condition. We know you may not like tea, plain water can get a little boring, and you have no business drinking soda. But you’re also probably missing out on some of today’s superfoods in your actual meals. That’s why we’re putting you on to these healthy supplemental beverages we swear by. You don’t necessarily need to down these every day — except for the last drink — but they’re a great, healthy treat every now and then, with benefits you won’t see coming.
Mamma Chia Organic Clean Energy
Chia seeds are loaded with antioxidants, which fight the production of free radicals; fiber to keep you fuller longer; and high-quality protein, which is key for losing weight and building muscle; and they’re also high in heart-healthy Omega-3 acids. But, outside of blending them in a smoothie or sprinkling them on top of your oatmeal, it can be hard to figure out how to actually add chia seeds to your diet, which is where Mamma Chia comes in. The brand offers a number of drinks made from organic hydrated chia seeds, and one that’s currently my favorite is Cherry Charge which is naturally caffeinated to give you the energy boost you may normally turn to Starbucks. But what coffee can’t offer you are 4 grams of protein, 2500 mg of Omega-3s, and fiber.
REBBL Matcha Latte
If you haven’t heard of the benefits of Matcha, allow me to enlighten you. This powder is sourced from whole green tea leaf and aids in detoxifying the body, thanks to its chlorophyll. It also helps with alertness, memory, and cognition, while providing a calming effect, thanks to its inclusion of l-theanine. And while you can, of course, just drink matcha tea by itself, you can also enjoy it as a latte with this coconut-milk based beverage from Rebbl. It’s one of the tastiest lattes you’ll find for 120 calories and 15 grams of carbs.
GT’s Kombucha
By now you know probiotics are essential for a healthy gut and healthy vaginal flora, but for the longest time all women have been told about getting these good bacteria is yogurt, yogurt, yogurt. But you have other options besides the white stuff and even pills. One of my favorite alternatives is Kombucha, a fermented tea drink with 1 billion organisms of Bacillus coagulans — a good bacteria — and 1 billion organisms of S. Boulardii, a yeast that treats and prevents a number of stomach issues. At 35 calories per serving, with 8 grams of carbs, and 4 grams of sugar, it’s hard to pass up.
Naked Mighty Mango
If eating fruits and veggies isn’t on your list of favorite things to do and you simply don’t have time for juicing, Naked Juices are a healthy alternative. The smoothies are 100% juice and contain no added sugar, just whole fruits and vegetables, boosted with Vitamins A, E, and B12, B6, B5, B3, Zinc, whey protein, and other great ingredients.
Ícelandic Glacial Water
You didn’t think we’d have a whole list of healthy beverages and not include the healthiest of them all did you? There is no substitute for water in your diet, except water with lemon, which is a must as well. Your body needs water for your organs to function properly, and there are a host of benefits related to sleep, skin, and more that come from drinking more water. Why Ícelandic? Because it comes from a naturally replenished source, the bottles are BPA-free and 100% recyclable, and the taste is crisp, clean, and refreshing.
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