Mother nature’s sports drink

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Being mindful about beverage choices? A super hydrating drink in hot and humid climates is tender coconut. Naturally refreshing with a sweet nutty taste, coconut water keeps you hydrated and certainly is healthier than sugary drinks.

Dubbed as mother nature’s sports drink, the demand is perpetual, and promises to hydrate the body and helps with a host of health benefi ts from hangovers to cancer and kidney stones. This wonderful beverage comes packed with a host of good qualities of nature. Coconut water is not just a functional beverage, for Indians, it’s the tradition and food culture. Coconut has such an exalted status in Indian ethos that it is considered the food of the Gods. Whether one is sick or healthy, a fresh water-rich coconut (green or brown) is a gift most people enjoy. It’s a perfect welcome drink as it serves as it rehydrates. It is free of fats and cholesterol, helps lower blood pressure, and can be enjoyed on an empty stomach or with a meal.

Different sips
Coconut water can be enjoyed as it is or combined with other ingredients for fun beverages. You can add lemon and mint to coconut water by adding fi nely chopped mint, a dash of honey, and squeeze some lemon. And you have a perfect summer drink.

You can savour the coconut water by making it a pool fl oatie and step up your hydration game by adding pears, strawberries and even a spice to make it aromatic. Or beat the heat with a delicious cocktail perfect for sipping after a long day at work with a perfect mix of coconut water and a sweet juicy pineapple. For Margarita devotees, it is a perfect summer fi esta to chill out.