A Healthy Summer Drink You've Got to Try

Edited By: Shai K.

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The hot summer days cause many of us to swap the warm drinks we love for chilled alternatives that help cool our bodies. On days when the sun is blazing, it’s definitely important to drink plenty of fluids, and if they can be tasty and healthier than a simple glass of water, the enjoyment is multiplied! One such special drink is a blueberry, cucumber, and coconut water smoothie that will not only cool your body but also bring a big smile to your face. Beyond its wonderful taste, the ingredients in this unique smoothie will fill you with energy, fight various diseases, and make you feel great even on the hottest days. After reading about the many benefits of this smoothie’s ingredients, you’ll learn how to make this special, delicious, and nutritious summer treat that you’ll want to drink all season long!

Blueberry, cucumber, and coconut water drink: two glasses with the drink inside

The Health Benefits of Blueberries

Although it’s hard to find fresh blueberries in the various markets in our small country, you can purchase them frozen in various supermarkets. Freezing does not alter the nutritional value of blueberries or diminish their health benefits, so you can use them to prepare a chilled and delicious drink. The greatest advantage of these wonderful fruits comes from the fact that blueberries contain very high amounts of antioxidants, which combat damage caused by free radicals in the body. Additionally, these components fight inflammation and various degenerative processes, repair cellular damage, and keep the body strong. Furthermore, the skin of blueberries contains the anthocyanin pigment, which improves brain function and helps prevent cognitive damage, such as those that occur with aging and Alzheimer’s disease.

Blueberry, cucumber, and coconut water drink: two containers with blueberries inside

The Health Benefits of Cucumbers

We’re used to seeing them in various salads, but cucumbers can also add a wonderful flavor to drinks like the one you’ll learn to make. The significant advantage of this vegetable that makes it a perfect ingredient for summer smoothies is its high water content. Cucumbers contain 95% water, so they can quench thirst and fill your body with essential fluids to prevent dehydration. Additionally, this beloved vegetable helps eliminate bad breath, thereby refreshing your breath every time you consume it. If that’s not enough, the sterols found in cucumbers help reduce levels of bad cholesterol in the blood, thereby lowering the risk of heart and cardiovascular diseases. This wonderful vegetable is also an excellent source of carbohydrates and vitamin B, which provide the body with energy and allow you to continue your day with renewed strength.

Blueberry, cucumber, and coconut water drink: cucumbers

The Health Benefits of Coconut Water

Coconut water is a delicious and unique exotic ingredient that can be purchased in health food stores, natural food shops, and stores specializing in products from the East. Beyond its wonderful taste, the vitamin C, magnesium, and potassium content in coconut water helps reduce blood pressure, lowering the risk of heart attacks and other blood vessel-related diseases. In a study conducted at the Department of Preclinical Sciences at the Institute of Medical Sciences in Trinidad and Tobago, researchers demonstrated the link between drinking coconut water and reducing blood pressure, making it highly recommended to include this ingredient in your diet. Additionally, the high amount of antioxidants in coconut water helps heal your body from the inside out by repairing cellular damage. This effect is particularly noticeable because the unique antioxidants in coconut water improve the appearance of the skin, making it look healthier. These sweet waters also aid in weight loss due to the fact that they contain no cholesterol and have very few calories. This means that drinking coconut water quenches thirst and prevents weight gain, and when combined with the fiber content in this tasty liquid that cleanses the body, you get a powerful "weapon" in the fight against excess weight.