Ok, so this isn’t exactly a sports drink…then you’d have all the sugars in there.
It’s pretty much just a ‘doctored up’ cup of coconut water. But I couldn’t put that in the title in case you’re like me and have an aversion to plain coconut water.
Now hear me out, what if I told you, you could have all the benefits of coconut water, as per Google (disclaimer, I’m not a nutritionist):
– Electrolytes (potassium, sodium, and magnesium) – keeps you hydrated, skin health
– Antioxidants – protects cells from damage
– Vitamin C – supports immune system & collagen production
– Natural enzymes and fiber – aids in digestion
AND you could (almost) avoid that oddly sweet, yet bland at the same time coconut water flavor. I think you’d start checking if Amazon delivers.
So, go ahead and follow the simple steps below to make yourself the lowest sugar, electrolyte-filled sports drink that should help you feel hydrated before this upcoming fast day. Plus, bonus for the nursing mamas, they say it helps in milk production.
First, you’ll simply make a concentrated tea with 5 bags.
Pour your coconut water into your glass.
Once the tea has cooled, add it to your coconut water along with some ice!
Here’s some notes.
– I enjoy it as is because of the inherent sweetness in the coconut water, but if you prefer a sweeter beverage, feel free to add your sweetener of choice (honey, agave etc.)
– Also, feel free to play around with the ratios to suit your taste. I’ve become more used to the coconut water flavor and use less tea essence, but you may prefer to start with more.
Pre-Fast Sports Drink
Ingredients
- 5 fruity tea bags (I recommend Strawberry if you can get!)
- 1 1L bottle coconut water
Instructions
- Seep 5 fruity flavored tea bags in a cup or so of hot water to create a concentrated tea essence.
- When cooled, mix with coconut water.
- Add ice, preferably pour into a large tumbler with straw, and enjoy!
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