How many of you drink coconut water in a week? I am not writing this article to sell the coconut but to give you the magical benefits of it.
Many people may know the benefits of it but they don’t drink it regularly. Make some sensible choices that should be beneficial for the health.
This is the perfect option to replace the electrolytes after a workout. It is rich in vitamins and protein and also low in sugar. It is loaded with various nutrients including minerals which are essential.
If you want to satisfy your thirst then go with this option!
There are couple of reasons why this recipe is perfect as it is low in calories, contains no fat, lack of sugar and no trans fat. It is 100% natural &no added sugar.
You should choose this because it offers all kind of health benefits aside from being an amazing weight reducing beverage.
Both ingredients of this beverage has unique health benefits. One is lemon and other is Coconut water. Both are alkalizing and has numerous health benefits such as digestion, blood sugar control, diabetes, Alzheimer and many more.
The benefits of contained ingredients of the recipe:
Lemons: Lemons are rich in antioxidants including vitamin C and protects the body from free radical damage and boost the immune system.
Ginger: Ginger is very beneficial in the gastrointestinal distress and is rich in magnesium, potassium, etc.
Sea salt: It helps in regulating blood pressure and full of vitamins and minerals.
Honey: It has anti-oxidant and anti-microbial properties and helps in healing the wounds. It is also helpful in maintain muscles glycogen.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 cup coconut water
- ½ cup water (Depend on the desired concentration)
- ½ spoon grated ginger
- Sea salt to taste
How to prepare it:
- Add lemon and lime juice to the blender.
- Add coconut water, water, honey, ginger and sea salt into blender.
- Blend, mix, stir and enjoy the drink with a smile.
- You can keep it refrigerated for up to two weeks.
One cup of coconut water contains:
- Carbs: 9 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Vitamin C: 10% of the RDI
- Magnesium: 15% of the RDI
- Potassium: 17% of the RDI
- Sodium: 11% of the RDI
- Calcium: 6 % of the RDI
I know many of you still will not believe that only coconut water can reduce the weight. But it’s true that several cups of this every day can really help kick your metabolism into gear but it doesn’t mean that you stop doing exercises.
It can provide the additional value to your overall weight loss program. This recipe is healthy and has a good taste too.s
After reading this recipe, Have you tried this or not? Let us know in the comment section!
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