When the monsoon arrives to accumulate its cool grace, it brings a sense of rainy evenings, and everything around us turns green. But this season also heightens health worries, especially with rising infections. The rains are a catalyst in spoiling health and hygiene in and around our homes, so let us talk about the top 10 healthy monsoon drinks you must include in your eating routine today to keep your family’s health safe.
Here is a list of some of the best drinks for monsoon:
Turmeric Ginger Tea
Monsoon drinks for health, eh? We have got you covered! Turmeric is high in its active compounds, curcumin, and ginger, which have anti-inflammatory properties and greatly boost immunity. Whether hot or cold, this tea is a healthy monsoon drink you simply cannot miss during the monsoons.
How to make:
Boil a cup of water and add a small piece of ginger and a teaspoon of turmeric. Meanwhile, leave it to simmer for a couple of minutes. Refill, filter out solids, and add honey for taste if desired. This is a very inexpensive, simple concoction that is great for helping prevent colds and flu and very soothing to drink on those wet, drizzly evenings. They do not call this one of the best drinks for immunity for nothing!
Mint & Lemon Green Tea
The lemon in Lemon Green tea has a touch of tartness that can instil a tangy zest, which is why this green tea is zippy enough to give your taste buds a good wake-up call. The vitamin C content and the tangy flavour of lemon make it one of the best drinks for monsoon season.
Homemade green tea Ingredients: Green tea leaves, 1 tsp (brew the usual way and cool) Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a squeeze of lemon. If you want, sweeten it with honey. So, sit back and enjoy the fine afternoon sun with a glass of this amazing drink.
Spiced Beetroot Juice
For this vibrant, deep red-coloured Spiced Beetroot Juice recipe, beetroot is my colourful powerhouse of goodness, rich in fibre, vitamins, and minerals. One of the best monsoon juices for health, the beautifully vibrant root vegetable significantly boosts blood flow and reduces blood pressure. Native to southern Mexico and Central America, it may be juiced to give you a delicious, heart-healthy drink. This one comes close to taking the 1st spot on the “best drinks for immunity” list!
Recipe: 1 medium beetroot + 1/2 tsp of grated ginger + 2 cloves + 1 tsp of lemon juice (blended together) Strain and serve chilled. This juice is ideal for immune support and is also very grounding through the dark, warm flavours.
Herbal Kadha
Kadha is made from a few spices and herbs cooked together and is the most powerful drink for immunity. This drink is ages old and is down-generation to generation to a slightly minor form of illness in monsoon.
How to make:
Boil water with tulsi (holy basil), cinnamon, black pepper, and ginger. Let the water boil for a while, then add some honey for natural sweetening and enjoy it hot. This kadha keeps the immunity in check along with keeping the body warm.
Almond and Saffron Milk
Almond and saffron milk make for a rich take on a comforting drink and make it just right to complete this list of healthy monsoon drinks. The almond and the fat also contain Vitamin E, and in Saffron, there are lots of antioxidants.
How to make:
Soak a few almonds in water overnight, peel them in the morning, boil them in a cup of milk with a few strands of saffron for 5-7 minutes, churn, and consume. Warm this up, and then add a pinch of the awesome hack, turmeric. Not only does it tickle our taste buds, but it is also healthy for us—everything one would want in a healthy monsoon routine.
Coconut Water with Lemon and Mint
Monsoon-hydrate with an isotonic from this tropic elixir (Coconut water) with a refreshing Lemon and Mint. Additionally, the lemon and mint bring the taste a notch up and the health benefits, making it one of the healthiest monsoon drinks.
How to make:
Fill a glass with fresh coconut water, squeeze a lemon in it, and add mint leaves for some aroma if you like. This drink is enriched with all the essential nutrients, ensuring your family is in the best health and gear at all times.
Warm Apple Cider Vinegar Drink
Apple cider vinegar is known for its many health benefits — from boosting digestive health to supporting immune system function. It is absolutely essential to have this warm drink, which aids in balancing the gut flora, especially during monsoon season.
How to make:
Combine 1 tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar in a glass of warm water. For taste, add a teaspoon of honey and a dash of cinnamon. The perfect drink for those cold, damp monsoon evenings; it is a warming drink that will also increase your metabolism.
Tips for Serving Healthy Monsoon Drinks
Other than using the right set of glassware, if you present these monsoon drinks nicely, including a few shavings of chocolate here or some beautiful fruit there, your family will be able to relish them without fail. For example, you can add some fresh slices of fruit, maybe some fresh herbs like mint or basil, or even some edible flowers to add visual appeal and taste. You can also ask your kids to help you in preparing these drinks because they are quite fun, and your kids might become interested in tasting healthy options. In this manner, every sip becomes a much-needed health boon and an enjoyable family time! Bring on the best drinks for monsoon!
Conclusion
Consuming these healthy monsoon drinks daily will ensure you and your family enjoy the season without experiencing the health issues it is typically known for. Go on, try these drinks, folks! After all, these beverages are full of immunity-boosting nutrients. Not just that, they are also refreshments for a hot, humid monsoon day 🙂
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Sources:
Turmeric benefits: A look at the evidence – Harvard Health
Is Almond Milk Healthy? Nutrition, Benefits, and Downsides (healthline.com)
7 health benefits of coconut water: Electrolytes, vitamins, and more (medicalnewstoday.com)
