Obligations and goals that one has to meet daily increase with each new day, and getting through the day can be an exhausting thing. Work, school and other commitments demand a lot of time and dedication and balancing each and every aspect of your life can get hard. When you get through the day feeling overwhelmed, your productivity will be affected. Anything that can get you through the day without having every drop of energy drained from you can come in handy.
Scientific research has led to the discovery of important benefits found in several drinks that can improve your day. These are drinks that will give your body the boost it needs to stay energetic through the day and your mind fresh enough for maximum productivity. These drinks carry many nutrients that also improve your overall health.
Water
Yes, the most basic, common and cheapest drink is essential in improving the quality of your day. This is the drink that you should grab the second you roll out of bed in the morning. Studies show that water is vital in helping movement within the body’s systems, leading to timely disposal of toxic waste and adequate transportation of nutrients and minerals to various body parts. Drinking water is also a very straightforward way of getting hydrated. Hydration fights fatigue throughout the day, both physical and mental. Your metabolic rate will also increase when you drink enough water, making you more energetic.
Fruit juice
A single glass of natural fruit juice from fruits such as oranges, lemons, berries, water melons and apples gives you a boost of nutrients and vitamins that sometimes even exceed the daily recommended amount. These fruits are packed with antioxidants that help build your immunity and leave you feeling healthy. Always go for natural fruit juice with no added flavors or sugars.
Vegetable juice
Spike up your energy levels throughout the day with a glass of green vegetable juice. Vegetables with high levels of iron such as the green leafy spinach and kale will speed along transportation of oxygen to body cells and as a result fight fatigue.
Smoothies
A smoothie allows you to mix as much nutritious ingredients to bring a host of benefits to you body. A good smoothie to make your day better should be packed with minerals, vitamin and antioxidants. You should avoid adding refined sugar. Adding fruits such as berries brings antioxidants and fiber. You can also add Greek Yogurt for more proteins and calcium. With the right ingredients your metabolism will be boosted for good energy levels all day.
Bone broth
The minerals in bone broth (magnesium, calcium and potassium) are good at countering the effects of alcohol. This makes it a great drink for the day after you have spent the night drinking and you wake up with a hangover. This drink is also rich in health boosting vitamins.
The more hydrated you remain throughout the day, the easier it will be for your body and brain to function optimally.
