What are functional beverages?
These days people are expecting more from the beverages they buy. It’s no longer just about refreshment and hydration.
Now our drinks need to deliver some type of functionality – or a specific health benefit.
Why would you choose a functional beverage?
While water is the gold standard for hydration, many people want to pack a punch with their fluids to support them with anything from
- Detoxing
- Immunity boosting
- Appetite suppressant
- Healthier alternative
- Portable nutrition
- Pick-me-up
- Vitamin-infused
- And more!
What functional beverages do you like, Pam?
While all of these come down to personal preference, I’ll share a few that my clients enjoy – and I enjoy occasionally too.
(Note that I am not an affiliate for any of these – I’m simply sharing information about them).
RYZE Mushroom Coffee – This coffee blend combines the natural energizing properties of coffee with the power of medicinal mushrooms for calmer energy, sharper focus, and immune support for a balanced body and clear mind.
Real Mushrooms – 100% Organic Mushroom Extracts in powders, capsules and blends that are Beta-glucans Verified to ensure you are receiving the immune-boosting benefits of pure mushrooms.
Athletic Greens – a daily Foundational Nutrition supplement that supports whole body health.
GT Living Foods Kombucha – fermented tea brewed with whole ingredients to cultivate probiotics for gut health.
Remedy Organics – plant-based wellness shakes and immunity shots with organic superfoods, ayurvedics, botanical herbs, and prebiotics with unique functional benefits.
Forager Smoothies – organic dairy-free yogurt smoothies that are traditionally cultured with live and active cultures.
Now – of course I will always say that the best way to get your vitamins is from fresh, whole foods.
But if you’re wanting to up your beverage game – especially if your go-to’s are coffee, alcohol, soda or other not-so-healthy beverages – functional beverages are a new option that can support you in boosting your overall wellness.
Try one and see how you like it!
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DISCLAIMER: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about nutrition and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not medical advice. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. For my full Disclaimer, please click here.