Compiled by Ebi Kesiena
It is important it is to get adequate nutrition during the day, but it’s just as important to consider what you drink as well as what you eat. Your daily fluid intake provides not just your hydration requirements, but it’s also a chance to increase your intake of vitamins, minerals and fiber, too.
Here are some of the best drinks you need to keep your bowels functioning properly as well as boost your skin health.
1. Water
Water is the most essential fluid for your body. It prevents dehydration, constipation, and kidney stones. Plus, with no calories, it’s the best beverage for your waistline. Drinking water whether bottled or from the tap, can help keep you well hydrated and maintains regular kidney and bowel function. For a bit of flavor and health benefit, try adding fresh mint, lemon, lime or even cinnamon sticks to your water.
2. Soy Milk
From the day we are born, milk forms the most important part of our diet. As we grow older, the benefits of milk become no less important. Soy milk is a nutritious high-protein option. Almond milk is also a good low-cholesterol option, but it’s much lower in protein.
3. Green Tea
Green tea is a great choice for its vitality benefits and experts say it may even aid in blood sugar regulation and metabolic health. If you are looking for an alternative to coffee, this might be your best bet. Green tea contains a lower dose of caffeine than coffee and helps you avoid side effects like jitters or headaches, but can still keep your energy levels stable.
4. Low Fat Milk
Low-fat and fat-free milk are both budget-friendly and nutritionally complete beverages. In fact, milk is one of the best sources of calcium, which your body needs to support bone health.
Apart from drinking it straight, you can make your own hot cocoa with milk.
5. Fruit Juice
A cup of no-sugar-added juice with breakfast or a snack is fine. it’s best to eat fruit in its whole form, and limit how much juice you get. If you just enjoy the taste, add a splash or two to a glass of water, try to avoid juices with added sugar.
