“Dietitians believe in the power of food to enhance lives and improve health.” – CWC PCN Primary Care Registered Dietitian team.
Stay hydrated and energized all summer long with these recipes! As temperatures rise, so does our need to stay properly hydrated.
Sweating depletes not only our water levels but also essential electrolytes that are vital for muscle function and overall physical performance. Electrolytes help us rehydrate and recover faster.
Here are three homemade electrolyte drinks our dietitian team has crafted to keep you refreshed and rejuvenated.
Orange pineapple: 500 ml (2 cups) cold water, 125 ml (1/2 cup) orange juice, 125 ml (1/2 cup) pineapple juice, 10 - 15 ml (2 - 3 tsp) sugar or honey, and 0.63 - 1.25 ml (1/8 - 1/4 tsp) salt.
Lemon lime: 500 ml (2 cups) cold water, 125 ml (1/2 cup) lemon juice, 125 ml (1/2 cup) lime juice, 10 - 15 ml (2 - 3 tsp) sugar or honey, and 0.63 - 1.25 ml (1/8 - 1/4 tsp) salt.
Orange: 125 ml (1/2 cup) cold water, 125 ml (1/2 cup) orange juice, and 0.63 - 1.25 ml (1/8 - 1/4 tsp) salt.
Mix well to dissolve the salt, top off with a few ice cubes, and enjoy!
Remember, you can easily double or halve these recipes depending on how much you want to make.