Energy drinks come in all colors and sizes, and with names that attract the young and athletic. There are also those who just love the thought of getting in their energy blast on a daily basis. For many, these drinks take the place of coffee. These popular drinks are pricey and apparently can be bad for your health. According to a study reported by SAMSHA ( Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association) too many of these drinks may send you to the nearest emergency room.
Some energy drink consumers end up in the E.R. due to all the artificial ingredients in some of the popular drinks; they can cause headaches, high blood pressure, insomnia, anxiety, and in some more serious cases, everything from bad skin rashes to seizures. So, if you are finding yourself getting hooked on these drinks due to their energy-giving powers, or so it seems, there is a natural way to provide your body with the energy it needs in a way that is natural and healthy.
Why are Electrolytes Important?
Electrolytes assist in keeping your body properly hydrated. These store-bought drinks do help the body to better absorb the calcium, sodium, chloride and magnesium that are the electrolytes the body needs. Plain water will not help the body to absorb electrolytes, but you can make your own drink that will.
Here is a simple recipe for creating your own energy drink filled with electrolytes:
The Ingredients
¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice
¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 ½ cups water
⅛ tsp sea salt
1 – 2 packets stevia or 2 tbsp honey
The Instructions
These ingredients are common and found in most households. The recipe is in 4 simple steps that anyone can make. Set aside the time once or twice a week, or each morning if you can, to make yourself a simpler and healthier energy beverage.
Squeeze lime and lemon.
Fill glass with 1 ½ cups water.
Add squeezed lime and lemon juice, salt, and stevia or honey.
Stir really well, making sure the salt has dissolved.
Once you learn this recipe, you can add other natural and unsweetened juices to the base for variety, like pomegranate juice or fresh squeezed orange juice.