Healthy, hydrating, and oh-so tasty.
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Its sad to admit, but some of the mostdelicious drinksare often the worst for us.
This is because many of the ingredients used to make them so tasty dont encourage overall health.
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However, this is actually untrue!
Coffee contains antioxidantsthat reduce inflammation within the body, add Eliza Whitaker, MS, RDN.
But moderation is key with this popular beverage.
But plain coconut water without added sugars or other ingredients is a super healthy drink option.
Kefir
As a less talked about dairy product,kefiris a drink that boasts major health benefits.
And its even a high-protein product to boot!
Plain, unsweetened kefir is the perfect swap-in for added sugar-rich yogurt in your homemade smoothies.
Tea
Some people begrudgingly consumeteafor their caffeine fix while cutting down on coffee.
However, it cant be overemphasized just how good unsweetened tea is for our overall health.
Green tea may also boost metabolism and reduce levels of LDL (low-density lipoprotein or bad) cholesterol.
Kombucha
And finally, we havekombucha!
What Makes a Drink Healthy?
Youll want to look for these nutrients while shopping for a healthy beverage.
