Summer Coolers That Boost Your Immune System

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Introduction

With the scorching heat on our heels, we all need those special drinks to keep ourselves cool and hydrated during these summer times. The best drinks are those which refresh you as well keep you cool and boost the capabilities of your immune system. These cooling drinks are relished equally by children and adults across the world.

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Aam Panna

Known for its cooling properties, Aam Panna is a very delicious drink made up of raw mangoes, roasted cumin seeds and a mixture of other spices. This drink prevents the excessive loss of sodium chloride due to excessive sweating during the summer season. Rich in Vitamin C, Niacin, vitamin B1 and B2, Aam Panna is known as a healthy beverage to quench your thirst and boost your immunity.

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Buttermilk

Buttermilk is a classic Indian summer drink. Buttermilk is a liquid separated from blending/churning cultured cream while making homemade butter. It contains no butter and it is actually lower in fat than regular milk. Buttermilk has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties and contains lots of electrolytes which prevent water loss from your body.

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Watermelon Juice

Watermelon juice is one of the most popular cooling drinks. The cheery red colour comes from lycopene, an antioxidant; watermelon has more of this nutrient than any other fruits or vegetables. Lypocene is known to have a good effect on the bones and heart. An average watermelon contains almost 90% of water and nutrients, which keeps your body hydrated. Being a great source of vitamins, it improves your immune system and boosts your energy.

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Jaljeera

Simple and easy to make, this drink is good for those who have digestive issues during the summer season. Jaljeera drink is made from fresh coriander leaves, mint leaves, roasted cumin powder, black pepper powder, dry mango powder or amchoor, and dry ginger powder. Dry mango powder or amchoor is high in vitamin C which helps to improve immunity and keeps your body cool. Cumin content helps in treating Anaemia as it is an excellent source of iron.

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Cucumber Juice

Packed with nutrients like Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Magnesium, phosphorus, riboflavin, iron, calcium and zinc, cucumber juice is a healthy option during the summer season. Cucumber is 95% water and two compounds- ascorbic acid and caffeic acid, which prevents water retention and is a fantastic drink for hot summer months. Due to high water content, it keeps your body hydrated and flushes out toxins. Rich in vitamin B, it keeps the skin healthy and can help with acne and other skin problems.

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Mint Lassi/Chaas

Loaded with calcium and minerals, Mint Lassi or Chaas is refreshing, healthy and provides a cooling effect to your digestive system. It is made with curd, mint, water and spices. It is considered to be better than curd as it is without the fat content and much easier to digest than regular curd. Lassi or Chaas contains a variety of vitamins and minerals such as potassium and vitamin B which promotes detoxification and prevents various unwanted diseases and health conditions.

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Khus Sharbat

Khus also known as poppy seeds is an aromatic dense grass. It is a green coloured drink prepared from the root extract of the khus plant. An excellent source of iron, manganese and vitamin B6, iron aids blood circulation and manganese helps to regulate blood pressure levels to a significant extent. Rich in zinc, it helps to cure eye allergies and redness. It is good source of antioxidants which not only increases the immunity but also protects the organs and tissues from free radical damage.

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Bel Sharbat

From proteins, beta-carotene, vitamins and thiamine to vitamin C, the pulp of bel fruit contains many anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties that help us fight against any unwanted virus and bacteria in the body. Bel is a powerhouse of vitamin C and antioxidants that boost immunity and help flush out all toxins from the body.

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Shikhanji (Indian Lemonade)

Shikanji also known as Nimbu Paani is the most refreshing summer drink. This Indian spiced Lemonade is sweet, tangy and thirst quenching. Since lemon is rich in vitamin C, its alkaline nature protects the cells from oxidation. It acts as a natural coolent, which keeps the body cool and hydrated and prevents the loss of electrolytes due to sweating.

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Thandai

Thandai is a great seasonal drink and is made in almost every Indian household at the start of the summer season. It is made with natural ingredients like fennel seeds, pumpkin seeds, melon seeds, rose petals and almonds. The key ingredient in Thandai is fennel seeds which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties that promote good digestive health. Pumpkin seeds, melon seeds and almonds are known for their cooling effects on the body when served with rose petals.

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