Did you know that bottled energy drinks can cause more harm than good? They are loaded with unreasonably high amounts of caffeine and contain harmful ingredients that may deteriorate your health in the long run. Hence, it is better to switch to homemade natural energy drinks. The natural sugars, antioxidants, and dietary fibre in them will help keep you energized and improve your overall health. Here are 15 easy and delicious homemade energizers you can drink 30-60 minutes before or after your gym session.
Beet Root Juice
Ingredients:
• 1 beetroot, peeled and chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• A pinch of pink Himalayan salt
How to Prepare
1. Blend the beetroot and
2. transfer it to a glass.
3. Add lime juice and pink Himalayan salt to it.
4. Stir well and drink.
Chia cherry Juice
Ingredients
• ½ cup strawberries
• ½ cup blueberries
• A handful of mint leaves
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon chia seeds
How To Prepare
1. Toss the berries and mint leaves into a blender and blend well.
2. Pour it into a glass.
3. Add honey and chia seeds to it.
4. Stir well and drink.
Why This Works
Berries are loaded with antioxidants and contain natural sugars. Chia seeds are a good source of protein and healthy fats.
Coffee
Ingredients:
• 1½ teaspoons instant coffee
• 1 cup hot water
How to Prepare
1. Add hot water to the cup containing the coffee powder.
2. Stir well and sip.
Why This Works
Coffee is a rich source of caffeine, an energizer. Caffeine is not harmful when taken in limited amounts. However, it is present in high quantities in energy drinks, which might affect your health.
Dt. Nazish Akhtar
Dietitian & Lifestyle Coach