6 Immunity-boosting, energy drinks to make at home

Cutting out those sneaky liquid calories can have a massive impact on your weight loss journey and how you feel! Store-bought drinks such as Soft drinks, juices and iced-teas are empty calories with little to no nutritional value.

Sure, it may take longer to make your own healthy drinks but the health benefits will be worth it! And if you happen to have a lot of time on your hands at the moment, why not focus your attention on making something truly good for you?

Avoid the sugar crash with these delicious immune-boosting drinks that will make you feel great.

Homemade kombucha

Along with being an excellent source of probiotics, kombucha has the same fizzy feeling as soft drink - but without all the fake sugars and chemicals! It can be made with a variety of fruits like berries, pineapple, or fresh ginger for whatever your taste buds may prefer. Yum! There are lots of helpful youtube videos on how to make Kombucha!

Nojito

If you love a refreshing Mojito but you're looking to cut back on the alcohol and calories, this one is for you! It's an easy delicious mocktail to make at home. Fresh mint, lemon or lime juice and sparkling water with a touch of agave are all the ingredients it takes to make this relaxing treat.

Matcha Tea Latte

Matcha green tea powder is an antioxidant-rich tea that packs in as much nutrition as 10 cups of your average cup of green tea. Mixed with coconut milk, it's a match made in heaven and gives you the added bonus of healthy fats! Tip: add a small amount of honey for a natural sweetener! The perfect amount of sweetness without causing your blood sugar to drop.

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Recipe - https://blog.theladyshake.com.au/matcha-tea-latte/

Turmeric latte

Ingredients like turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger are all spices that have anti-inflammatory properties and help build a strong immune system. This flavorful frothy drink is the perfect replacement for those sugar-filled frappes you're getting from the coffee shop!

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Recipe - https://blog.theladyshake.com.au/feel-good-turmeric-latte/

Choc greens hot chocolate

Craving a sweet treat? Hot chocolate is the perfect treat to cuddle up with coming into winter. Instead of using a sugary hot chocolate, try our chocolate greens powder with hot water and a dash of unsweetened almond milk. High in antioxidants, with the added benefit of 5 serves of veggies, this delicious treat will curb all those cravings!

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Strawberry lime cucumber mint water

Sick of water? H20 doesn't have to be boring! Instead of opting for the sugar-filled soft drink, simply add in some vitamin-rich ingredients to make a beverage you're excited to drink! Naturally flavouring your water with fruits, veggies, and herbs is a great way to liven up that glass without any artificial additives or fake sugars!