Healthy Drinks that Support Your Immune System

Having a strong immune system is important for your wellness. It allows you to be exposed to germs, viruses, and bacteria and not immediately get sick. Your immune system is a complex network of tissues, cells, proteins and organs that work to protect you. In addition to eating a healthy diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables, there are things you can drink that can support your immune system. These drinks will also help you stay hydrated.

Lemon Water

Drinking pure water with fresh lemon juice in it will alkalize your body and supply it with vitamin C. Your body uses vitamin C constantly, so drinking hot or cold lemon water through out the day can help meet your body's need. Drinking water with lemon juice in it will also provide your body with anti-oxidants. In addition, there is some evidence that it can be part of a healthy weight management routine. Here is some more information about the benefits of lemon.

Ginger Water

Ginger root can be cut up and added to water for a healthy, hydrating, and immune supportive drink. If you want to drink it cold, let it infuse the water for about 4 hours. You can add other health supporting herbs, fruits, and/or vegetables to your infusion for even more benefits. If you add ginger to hot water, the plant oils in it are released quickly and you'll receive the benefits. Ginger root has been used for thousands of years medicinally. It is known to be a powerful antibacterial agent. In addition to supporting your immune system, it is full of anti-oxidants and can therefore help reduce inflammation.

Green Tea

Organic green tea is one of the healthiest drinks you can have. It is loaded with anti-oxidants that help to reduce inflammation and protect your cells from free radical damage. Green tea contains caffeine (less than coffee), so it can help you stay alert. In addition, caffeine is thought to support brain health. Other possible benefits of the caffeine in green tea are that it may boost your metabolism and help you burn fat for energy.

Bone Broth

Bone broth is full of nutrition. It is made from the boiling the bones and connective tissues of animals, and even fish. It is very soothing to the gut and your intestinal tract. Bone broth contains vitamins, minerals and the amino acids that come from the cooked collagen of the bones and tissues. The gelatin in bone broth may protect your joints and the amino acids may improve your sleep. In addition, the protein in bone broth can help you feel full longer and can be an effective tool to help you maintain a healthy weight.

Mint Tea

Organic mint tea can be taken hot or cold. It is known for it's muscle relaxing affects and it's ability to aid digestion. Because it has the ability to relax muscles, it may help reduce headaches and other tension related conditions. It has been used medicinally for thousands of years because of it's antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. Here are some other teas that are beneficial.

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