I used to O.D. on empty calorie drinks. A healthy lemonade recipe was unheard of…instead I chose low- fat and high sugary drinks. I rationalized that the lite mochas, skinny iced coffees and juicy sangrias were good for me because there was little fat. If I felt a few pounds creeping up, I would replace these with more diet sodas and Crystal Light. My fluid intake filled with sugar, fake ingredients and caffeine dehydrated me and likely contributed to my high stress level, inconsistent sleep habits and forever bloating body. When I quit drinking crud and focused mostly on water intake, my body felt incredibly vibrant and mind was amazingly clear. But as a former sugar-a-holic, sometimes I want a sweet, refreshing drink. In the spirit of summertime slurpies and refreshing cool drinks, I played around with my blender and a few juicy staple ingredients. I found that this lemonade concoction satisfies my sweet tooth. An added bonus is that it’s a fruity plant-based, high-nutrient drink. Plus, it’s simple and quick to make recipe.

Do you drink lemonade? What’s your favorite summertime drink?

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