Drink healthy!

Water is the best choice to get rid of thirst, to be hydrated and to be healthy for inner body. There are lot of beverages which we used to drink in our everyday life.There are many new drinks available in market like sports drink,energy drink,different brands of sodas/carbonated beverages which provide only hydration. But there should be some limit in everything. Let’s check in detail how to drink healthy.

Water – Plenty

There will be no harm to our body if we drink plenty of water. It is recommended to drink at least 6-8 glasses of water per day but majority of us are drinking water less than this recommended range. The benefits of drinking water is not only to prevent dehydration but to maintain each and every functioning of our inner body. It helps to carry oxygen, nutrients to cells, helps to protect organs, helps in digestion, maintain blood pressure, stabilize heart beat and to flush out toxins from the body. Water is essential for hydration, but what it doesn’t contain are essential electrolytes.So before drinking any other beverages, try to drink water.

Milk – Regularly

Milk is rich in many nutrients especially protein, fat and minerals and is called as a complete food. Why milk is said to drink regularly because the calcium present in milk has many benefits to our body especially for strong bones and teeth. Drinking milk can prevent osteoporosis in future. Also it helps to increase muscle mass as it is rich in protein,prevent heart burns, and soothes nerves and muscles. Those who have lactose intolerance can opt for soy milk, almond milk..

Fruits or vegetable juices – Once a day

Juices are rich in vitamins and minerals which helps in protection and regulation of body. Any juice can be consumed once a day to stay fresh and cool. There are exceptions for those who have any diseases especially diabetes and kidney diseases. The juices helps to increase our immunity due to the presence of antioxidants and vitamins. They also helps in detoxification process to remove toxins from our body. The sugar added for juices, the fiber lost during mixing is also another important thing which it is said to drink only once a day. But always remember that eating raw fruits and vegetables is more nutritional than drinking as juices.

Tea and coffee – Occasionally

Tea and coffee contain phytochemicals which helps to function our body. The phytochemicals are good for preventing cancer and heart diseases.It is healthier if tea or coffee consumed with less sugar. When comparing between tea and coffee, tea is better in weight loss, digestion and boosting immunity especially by green tea. The caffeine content in coffee is harmful for some people and thus it is not recommended to drink more coffee a day.

Sugar drinks and soda – Small amount

Many of us are addicted to sugary drinks and sodas. They are said to be empty calories but when drinking too much of soda will results in overweight. The sugar content in these types of drink can cause many health related problems like heart diseases, diabetes, tooth decay and obesity. It is said to drink in small amount very occasionally if you are so urge to drink. There are people who drink soda instead of water after having their food. This habit should be limited.

Alcohol – Never

The harm that cause by drinking alcohols like beer, rum are causing overweight, damage kidney and liver, high prevalence of causing cancer and affects nervous system. So no amount of alcohol is good for your health.

Let us build a healthy mind and body by choosing the best!