Functional drinks are having a major moment. If you're not sure what we're talking about, think of these drinks as health tonics on overdrive. Made from all-natural ingredients like herbs and spices, functional beverages can help with weight loss, digestion — even inflammation.
While there's definitely no shortage of functional beverages at your local health store and juice shop, they're not cheap. A small tonic can cost close to $5, while a larger drink can easily hit the $10 mark. Luckily these can easily be made at home with ingredients you already have hiding in your cabinets.
Turmeric Almond Milk
What's in it:
- Turmeric: Anti-inflammatory agent [3], supports weight loss, aids in digestion
- Ginger: Aids in digestion [4], combats motion sickness, soothes upset stomach
Get the recipe: turmeric almond milk [5]
Apple Cider Vinegar Brew
What's in it:
- Cayenne pepper: Anti-inflammatory agent [6], boosts metabolism, increases endorphins
- Apple cider vinegar (ACV): Boosts immunity [7], supports weight loss and healthy digestion, increases energy levels
Get the recipe: apple cider vinegar brew [8]
Green Tea Latte
What's in it:
- Matcha: Increases energy levels [9], boosts metabolism, antioxidant-rich,
- Coconut milk: Helps with digestion [10], aids in weight loss, anti-inflammatory agent
Get the recipe: green tea latte [11]
Mint Tea
What's in it:
- Mint: Aids in digestion and relaxation [12], controls appetite
Get the recipe: mint tea [13]
Ginger Tea
What's in it:
- Ginger: Aids in digestion, combats motion sickness, soothes upset stomach
Get the recipe: ginger tea [14]
Berry Chia Fresca
What's in it:
- Chia seeds: antioxidant-rich [15], debloating agent, high in protein, fiber, calcium, antioxidants, and omega-3s
Get the recipe: berry chia fresca [16]
ACV Soda
What's in it:
- ACV: Boosts immunity, supports weight loss and healthy digestion, increases energy levels
- Manuka honey: Antibacterial [17], soothes sore throats, antioxidant-rich, immune-boosting allergy-fighter
Get the recipe: ACV soda [18]
Golden Milk
What's in it:
- Turmeric: Anti-inflammatory agent, supports weight loss, aids in digestion
- Ginger: Aids in digestion, combats motion sickness, soothes upset stomach
- Coconut milk: Aids in digestion, aids in weight loss, antioxidant-rich, anti-inflammatory agent
- Coconut oil: Combats tooth decay [19], raises HDL (good cholesterol) levels
Get the recipe: golden milk [20]
Probiotic Soda
What's in it:
- Probiotics: Aids in digestion and gut health [21], strengthens the immune system, might improve skin
Get the recipe: probiotic soda [22]