4 Mocktail Recipes (that are good for you too)

Mocktails are a fun ritual to introduce if you want to replace a bad habit or add something indulgent to your day. It feels good investing time into making something you enjoy – and that is good for you too.

Coconut Water

Honey

Lemon Juice

Himalayan Sea Salt

Coconut water with its high level of electrolytes (chlorides, copper, iron, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, magnesium, and potassium oh my), is a hydration superhero. Electrolytes help keep the body hydrated and these essential elements support different processes in the body.

Staying properly hydrated helps manage your blood pressure, body temperature, brain function, and kidney health.

Honey has anti-inflammatory properties and contains flavonoids and phenolic acids that have antioxidant effects.

Lemon Juice is a good source of vitamin C which is an essential cofactor for collagen synthesis (hello beautiful skin), and an antioxidant. 

Traditional edible table salt only contains the elements sodium and chloride, Himalayan Sea Salt is made up of several elements like magnesium and sulfate. The recognizable pink color is from the large amount of iron present. These essential elements serve as electrolytes, that help keep the body hydrated, as well as aid in essential functions in the body.

Pineapple juice

Aloe Vera Juice

Lime Juice

Himalayan Sea Salt

Pineapple juice is a great source of vitamin C which is an essential cofactor for collagen synthesis (link to collagen video or short or story), and an antioxidant. If you blend your pineapples instead of using strained juice, the added fiber helps with blood sugar balance, gut health, and hormonal balance.

Aloe Vera Juice has antioxidant and anti inflammatory components. Glucomamnnan and acemannan which activate macrophages are present contributing to the juice’s antibacterial properties.

Lime Juice is a good source of potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and niacin. *Treated lime juice works fine taste wise but it does lose most of its vitamins and minerals!

Traditional edible table salt only contains the elements sodium and chloride, Himalayan Sea Salt is made up of several elements like magnesium and sulfate. The recognizable pink color is from the large amount of iron present. These essential elements serve as electrolytes, that help keep the body hydrated, as well as aid in essential functions in the body.

Chamomile Tea

Lavender Syrup

Sparkling Water

Honey

Himalayan Sea Salt

Chamomile Tea has high polyphenol content, contributes to the calming and soothing effects of this popular night time drink. Chamomile tea also contains apigenin which mimics the neurotransmitter GABA leading to dopamine and serotonin production contributing to feelings of happiness and relaxation.

Lavender Syrup is known for it’s calming aroma

Honey has anti-inflammatory properties and contains flavonoids and phenolic acids that have antioxidant effects.

Traditional edible table salt only contains the elements sodium and chloride, Himalayan Sea Salt is made up of several elements like magnesium and sulfate. The recognizable pink color is from the large amount of iron present. These essential elements serve as electrolytes, that help keep the body hydrated, as well as aid in essential functions in the body.

Celery Juice

Cucumber Juice

Lime Juice

Spirulina

Celery Juice contains the plant compound luteolin and phytonutrients, both are believed to have an anti inflammatory effect on the body. And if you can stomach not straining, celery juice can be a source of gut health boosting fiber.

Cucumber Juice is a great hydrator and contains anti-inflammatory components like cucurbitacins. 

Lime Juice if fresh, is a good source of vitamins and minerals including potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and niacin. Treated lime juice loses most vitamins and minerals and has additives to restore the color. *Treated lime juice loses most of its vitamins and minerals

Spirulina is a supplement made up of dried algae. This blue green ingredient has a hydrating effect on the body as well as anti inflammatory and antioxidant components.

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