TikTok is full of videos of people recommending flavored water recipes; But is it really good?
Recently, the so-called WaterTok, the drinking trend, emerged on TikTok. flavored water in large quantities. The idea is to make the taste of the liquid, as well as its appearance, more interesting, to help those people who have difficulty hydrating adequately during the day.
However, is this flavored water trend really good for you? According to nutritionist Mirella Torchia it will depend on the recipe. And, in the case of those shown on social media, many of them are unhealthy. This is because many of them, even industrialized ones, contain components that can be harmful, especially if consumed in excess.
“They have colorants (yellow or red), flavourings, maltodextrin (sugar), monobasic potassium phosphate, citric acid, among other chemical additives, sweeteners, electrolytes which, if taken in large quantities and without the guidance of a good professional, will harm your health, income and quality of life,” he explains.
Problems can range from diarrhea or abdominal discomfort to serious kidney disease, so the danger cannot be ignored.
Healthy recipes
On the other hand, Mirella comments that there are also healthy recipes that can be used. They may be called flavored, flavored, infused, marinated, or flavored water. In addition to helping increase fluid consumption, they can also improve the symptoms of some diseases, according to the professional.
Below, he explains how to prepare this flavored water that is good for you:
- Basic: still or sparkling water mixed with natural teas or coconut water
- Herbs: basil, mint, rosemary, spearmint etc.
- Fruit to taste: strawberry, orange, kiwi, etc.
- Vegetables to taste: cucumber, celery, carrot etc.
- Extra toppings and touches: cinnamon, star anise, cloves, pepper, ginger etc.
You can add ice or leave it at room temperature and the shelf life is up to 4 days in the refrigerator, but it will depend on the composition. Remembering that it is necessary to let him enjoy it for at least 3 hours before enjoying it.
How to hydrate correctly?
The nutritionist explains that the recommendation, if you want to use flavored water, is to alternate it with plain water. The specific amount of flavored will depend on each person, based on age, health status, etc.
Furthermore, some good habits to increase your water intake are to always carry a bottle with you, refill it every time you empty it and drink it little by little throughout the day. At night it is advisable to take less than the rest of the day, to avoid going to the bathroom in the early hours of the morning.
Source: Terra
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