Healthy drinks

History of drinks
The first in beverage history was water. Water helps us satisfy our thirst most effectively. It replaces the amount of water that the body loses, refreshing the body. Humans relied on it as the only beverage for millions of years.

Next is milk. From animal domestication activities, agricultural activities, milk was introduced from farms. Milk provides essential nutrients for the body.

After that beer, wine, coffee and tea. All these drinks appeal to us because of the flavor and pleasure they possess.

Following the flavor and pleasure drinks, then energy drinks, sports drinks and sodas were born. They provide hydration but with a large amount of unnecessary calories that the body can have a hard time regulating them.

At the same time, "diet" drinks also were born, which provide sweetness without the calories, but does that make them a healthy choice?

Which choice for good health?
Water is always the best choice out of many options. Water is always the best choice out of many options. Water helps our body stay hydrated and healthy all the way. Water is also responsible for making up body fluids and keeping tissues moist.

Tea and coffee are also very healthy if you don't add sugar or any sweeteners. Research data shows that if you have more than 180 mg of caffeine per day, it about two cups of brewed coffee, may increase urination in the short term in some people, but will not dehydration. Therefore, caffeinated beverages including coffee and tea can contribute to total daily water intake.

Next are fruit juices, milk and low-calorie sweeteners and diet drinks. It's packed with healthy nutrients made entirely from fruits, vegetables, or nuts and seeds. With these drinks, you should consume them in moderation.

Wine in moderation can be good for some people, but not everyone. Alcohol can inhibit antidiuretic hormone, a fluid-regulating hormone that signals the kidneys to reduce urination and reabsorb water back into the body. Without it, the body excretes water more easily. Enjoying more than a couple of drinks within a short time can increase the risk of dehydration, especially if taken on an empty stomach. To prevent this, take alcohol with food and sips of water.

As for sugary drinks like soda, sports drinks and energy drinks, the less you consume, the more better for your health. On the market today, there are many types of energy drinks with different flavors and mixtures. Most athletes prefer energy drinks to water. The most important thing is that we need to be careful in choosing the drink that best suits our energy and fluid needs. Healthy benefits from energy drinks are Vitamins B12, B6 AND B3, taurine and caffeine.

How do healthy drinks help?
Obviously, everyone knows, water helps us satisfy our thirst most effectively. It replaces the amount of water that the body loses through metabolism, respiration, sweating, and waste removal. Water is essential for digestion, lubricates joints and tissues, and maintains healthy skin.

If have poor digestion, you need a glass of apple cider vinegar and water, or a glass of lemon, ginger and honey mixture.

If you are looking to prevent urinary tract infections, then a glass of cranberry juice can help you with that. Eight hours of consumption will help fight bacteria and infections that more women are experiencing than men.

If you are reducing your risk of different types of cancer, you can drink green tea which can help you. Green tea is a healthy drink to keep your mind sharp. It is also a great drink to prevent tooth decay and lower cholesterol.

If you are suffering from diabetes, grapefruit juice can give you some vitamins and a lot of fiber for the body.

On top of that, as long as it doesn't cause some health problems, you can try some healthy drinks out of any blend you like and are easy to make at home.

Compiled and penned by Crocus Media