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Healthy Drinks

Water is a major component of every body cell, tissue and organ. It plays an important role in al- most every body function and so it is very impor- tant to keep our body hydrated all day. Generally speaking, people should consume ap- proximately 2 to 3 liters of fluid each day (water preferably). Day-to-day activities may also in- crease ones need for fluid. Besides drinking water, we take in a lot of fluids from the food that we eat. Many fruits and vege- tables have a high water content, another reason 

why we should eat a lot of fresh produce. One of the most important steps in starting to eat healthy is to eliminate completely soft drinks from our diet. Among other unhealthy substanc- es, soft drinks contain large quantities of refined sugar which we all know is dangerous. Sugar free drinks are even worse as they usually contain as- partame which is a very bad substance that can harm our body on a long term consumption. Here is a list with some delicious drinks which are healthy and filled with nutrients! Enjoy!

Juices

The human body ideally needs no less than one kilogram of fruit/veg- etables for each 50 weight kilos per day. The problem is, it is very diffi- cult to eat so much fruits and veg- gies. Juices are a great way to add many vitamins and minerals in our body. Another benefit of fresh juic- es it is that they make food easier to digest, so as the nutrients can be better and easier assimilated and used by the organism.  Juices must be drunk fresh and they should be prepared in moderate quantities. 

For vitamin boost try:  beets, ber- ries and pomegranate!

Tea

Personally, I am a huge tea drinker! I drink tea from all kinds of plants not just regular tea. There are many benefits of drinking tea. Some plants are used in alternative medi- cine and can treat diseases.  Tea contains antioxidants and boosts your immune system. Tea is also recommended in diets as it is calo- rie free. 

Lemonade

Lemonade is the perfect drink for weight loss.  Rich in vitamin C and very refreshing, lemonade reduces the appetite and helps digestion. The best sweetener is stevia ex- tract. A couple of drops and your lemonade is ready. You can also use honey, but only honey bought from safe sources not supermarkets. Honey bought from large stores usually comes from sugar fed bees and it’s even unhealthier than sug- ar, so be careful! 

Smoothies

Fruit smoothies make delicious, nutrient-rich snacks or meals. They are perfect for breakfast as they will offer you an instant energy boost! Try green smoothies. Chlorophyl is wonderful for detox diets and will surely help you lose those extra pounds.  Berry smoothies are also great as they are rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. 

Non-Dairy Milk

I love non-dairy milk, especially almond milk. The recipe is pretty simple: 1 cup raw almonds, 3 cups water, 2-3 dates, 1/2 tsp vanilla ex- tract (optional) and for some extra Calcium add 1 tbsp raw sesame seeds. Add all ingredients in the blender and that’s it! Strain and drink. With the remaining pulp you can make some delicious raw bon- bons.  How? Easy! Add 5-6 dates to  the dry almond pulp. Add in blender and blend well until smooth. Make small balls and dip them in cocoa or coconut flakes. Yum!

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Healthy Drinks

Carbohydrates are found in a wide array of foods—bread, beans, milk, potatoes, cookies, spaghetti, soft drinks, corn and many more. They also come in a variety of forms. The most com- mon and abundant forms are sugars, fibers, and starches. Some popular diets treat carbohydrates as if they are bad, the cause of all body fat and ex- cess weight. There is some evidence that a low- carbohydrate diet may help people lose weight more quickly than a low-fat diet, although that is on short term. The human body uses carbo- hydrates for energy production. It’s not a good idea to avoid all carbs, even if you’re trying to lose weight. There is a huge difference between the natural, wholesome, ‘good’ carbs and the unnatu- ral, highly-processed, ‘refined’ carbs. For optimal health, get your good carbs from foods such as whole wheat bread, brown rice, whole grain pasta, quinoa, whole oats, legumes, leafy greens and beans. 

Good carbs generally are high in fiber, lower cho- lesterol levels, help remove toxins from the body, have a low glycemic index and are high in nutri- ents ( vitamins, minerals, enzymes).

Bad carbs are refined, processed carbohydrate foods that have had all or most of their nutrients and fiber removed in order to make them taste better. Most baked goodies, white breads, pasta, snacks, candies, and soft drinks fit into this cat- egory. 

Tips: Avoid or limit your intake of refined-flour baked goods. Replace the processed, high-sugar break- fast cereals with whole-grain cereals and oatmeal. Choose organic foods whenever possible. Organic foods are free of pesticides and other bad sub- stances. Try to cut out as much ‘junk food’ from your diet as possible. Eat lots of vegetables and fruits!