Have you ever been drenched up in this hot summer and you just want something cold and refreshing?
When the heat waves hit, water intake and keeping cool is not merely about drink, but much more about one’s well being. Though, in this impression how does one select the right juice to quench oneself and be healthy at the same time?
Imagine what could be if we were to state that the right choice would not only make you feel rejuvenated but also be the one that is healthy for you in the process?
Moving into six mind-blowing drinks that are ideal for combating the heat and are nutritious as well.
1. Aam Panna
Are you one of those people who have often thought of why your grandmother was very keen on you drinking Aam Panna in summer? Aam Panna is a drink that is prepared with raw mangoes which apart from being so tasty is also used to counter the effect of heat waves in India.
Health Benefits:
❖ Rich in Vitamins: Aam Panna is rather rich in vitamin C that strengthens your body to resist the menace of summer flu and other infections.
❖ Electrolyte Balance: But this drink is rich in electrolytes such as potassium and magnesium that are crucial in reducing the problem of dehydration as well as issues to do with energy.
❖ Digestive Aid: It also helps in digestion, there are spices like cumin and black salt which are good on the stomach and do not cause heat burn indigestion.
2. Coconut Water
Is coconut water just the latest fad or does it have the ‘benefits’ that people say it does? The answer is as simple as its taste is non-chemical, non-synthetic, and a whole lot of healthy. It is time we learnt that coconut water is indeed one of the nature’s best ways of re-hydrating our bodies, especially in this period of rising heat wave.
Health Benefits:
❖ Natural Hydration: Coconut water contains almost no fat, minimal cholesterol, few carbohydrates, has a very low GI, is rich in potassium and sodium thus can be used to replace normal water.
❖ Heart Health: Potassium in the coconut water also helps in reducing blood pressure when taken at a regular basis.
❖ Skin Health: The antioxidants and cytokines that work effectively in coconut water maintain young glowing skin even when exposed to the sun.
3. Buttermilk (Chaas)
Do you really think that buttermilk is only an after-meal drink? Think again! Chaas or buttermilk is a rage during the summers in Indian households and it is not merely a coolant but much more than that.
Health Benefits:
❖ Digestive Support: Chaas is a milk-based drink that contains live bacteria cultures that are believed to improve gut health and thus, avert the ill-success that is associated with the summer season such as bloating and indigestion.
❖ Cooling Effect: The spices added to chaas, for instance, cumin and coriander helps in cooling the body and this is why it is used commonly when the weather is hot.
❖ Low-Calorie Option: It is odorless and colorless and has low calories, coming in handy if you need to quench your thirst without some additional adipose deposits.
4. Nimbu Pani (Lemon Water)
Have you ever thought that a plain Nimbu Pani can be such a powerful drink, in terms of sales and health benefits? Still, it is not plain water with a slice of lemon, but a concentrate of nutrients that will help to conquer the heat.
Health Benefits:
❖ Vitamin C Boost: Lemons are rid of vitamin C that builds immunity and purify your body making you feel refreshed and active.
❖ Alkalizing Effect: Contrary to the belief that lemon water is a acidic in nature, it assists in alkalizing the body, therefore it reduces inflammation in the body.
❖ Aids in Weight Loss: Nimbu Pani consumption in a daily basis can also help in fat burning due to increase in the metabolism rate.
5. Sattu Drink
Ever heard of Sattu? Though born from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh farmers the coloured drink is soon attaining the status of a national cooler and a health tonic.
Health Benefits:
❖ High in Protein: Sattu prepared with roasted gram flour is high in protein; therefore, it suits the vegetarians very well who want to get more proteins.
❖ Natural Coolant: Sattu has an inherent characteristic of taking care of the body’s heat and avoiding heat stricken more so during extreme weather conditions.
❖ Energy Booster: This is a good energy-giving drink as it does not give a high spike of energy but sustain the energy throughout the day.
6. Sugarcane Juice
From the cozy corners of a traditional Indian household to the green markets across the subcontinent, an unmistakable colour and aroma bring a smile to everyone’s face: that of sugarcane juice, a summer steal. It is sweet and you can quench your thirst with it right away but the fact is that is rich in nutrients that will help to keep you cool and healthy.
Health Benefits:
❖ Instant Energy: Sugarcane juice is very sweet because it is made directly from sugarcane and that energy boost is well needed for those using up much energy due to the heat.
❖ Detoxification: It serves as a depuriifying agent and also used in curing liver ailments such as jaundice.
❖ Hydration: Sugarcane juice is loaded with water, and therefore is useful in the re-hydration of the body during the hot season; this juice is Alkaline, hence useful in the protection of the body against summer diseases and infections.
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Conclusion:
Well, which of the two refreshing drinks do you think you will be consuming the next time there is a heat wave? Starting from the refreshingly sour Aam Panna to the ever simplest Nimbu Pani, to protein rich concoction Sattu there is nothing like hot Indian summer that can beat any of the above mentioned drinks to feet. Why not try all of them in order for you to find out which among the ways or which kind of food for that matter could make you cool down and also give your body the nutrition that it deserves? That’s why we’ve come up with some tips on how to make water intake and energy preservation in summer a tasty and healthy process.