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Last Updated:May 04, 2025, 15:13 IST
From buttermilk to aam panna, here are eight easy-to-make Indian drinks that are healthier than a glass of fizzy soda.
Buttermilk (Chaas) aids digestion and relieves acidity.
Summer days are here. Staying hydrated becomes essential during the hot weather for health and well-being. This season is all about refreshing and cold beverages that help one to stay cool and hydrated during the high temperatures and scorching sun. When we think of summer, the first thing that comes to mind for refreshment is soda.
While soda is a common summer beverage, it is also important to consider the potential downsides, like weight gain, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, and diabetes. Add these ‘desi’ refreshing drinks to your daily routine that not only keep you hydrated but also nourish your body. From buttermilk to aam panna, here are eight easy-to-make Indian drinks that are healthier than soda.
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Aam Panna: Made from raw mangoes, this tangy-sweet cooler is known for preventing heat strokes, boosting immunity and keeping electrolytes stable. To make this traditional drink, raw mangoes are boiled and blended with mint, roasted cumin, black salt and jaggery or sugar.
Sattu Drink: Rich in protein, this drink offers numerous health benefits and is considered to be a powerhouse of energy. This natural coolant drink is made from roasted gram flour, lemon, salt, and spices.
Coconut Water: Low in sugar and high in electrolytes, this is a great pick for the summer season. This naturally refreshing and hydrating drink helps in cooling the body, supporting skin health and providing a guilt-free alternative to sugary drinks.
Buttermilk (Chaas): Buttermilk, also known as chaas, is one of the most hydrating beverages. This tangy drink is prepared from curd, water, roasted cumin and black salt. This popular drink is known for its digestive benefits and ability to provide relief from acidity.
Nimbu Paani: With a combination of lemon juice, mint leaves, honey and a pinch of salt, Nimbu paani (lemonade) is a light, hydrating and more satisfying drink than soda. Summer is incomplete without having this zesty drink.
Iced Green Tea: Sipping a cup of iced green tea during summer days provides refreshment and hydration. You can easily prepare this refreshing and delicious beverage with green tea bags, fresh mint leaves, lime, ice cubes and water. Rich in antioxidants, this drink help in combating oxidative stress caused by sun exposure and also maintains blood sugar balance.
Bel Sharbat (Wood Apple Juice): This sweet and slightly tangy drink is made from the pulp of the wood apple. Known to ease digestion and cool the gut, Bel Sharbat is soothing, refreshing and an ideal drink for summer afternoons.
Jaljeera: Known for its tangy and spicy flavour, this popular beverage is enjoyed as a refreshing drink during the summer. This traditional drink is prepared from cumin, water, mint, tamarind and lemon.
- Location :
Delhi, India, India
- First Published:
May 04, 2025, 15:13 IST
SOURCE : NEWS 18
