Drinking Naturally
As athletes, we’re always on the lookout for that magical
elixir that might give us an extra burst of energy. Lucky for us there are a
number of new all-natural options to choose from.
Organic Energy Tea is the latest creation from Pixie Maté,
makers of organic yerba maté tea blends. One 16-ounce bottle of Organic Energy
Tea provides more than five times the antioxidants of a serving of green tea,
plus enough naturally occurring energy to rival two cans of Red Bull. Available
in three flavors—authentic yerba maté, lemon ginger black tea maté and green
tea yerba maté. $1.69/bottle. www.pixiemate.com
Owater Infused is a new, all-natural drink that is a nice alternative
to sugar-loaded vitamin and sport drinks. Owater is infused with replenishing
electrolytes, revitalizing antioxidants and energizing natural caffeine and
comes in six fruit flavors including peach mango, black raspberry, lime lemon,
strawberry, blueberry and coconut. $1.49/bottle. www.owater.com
Zico coconut water is made from 100 percent pure coconut
water and is a healthy option to hydrate. Coconut water (different from coconut
milk) is a great source of potassium— one box of Zico has more potassium than a
banana—and essential electrolytes and it contains no fat. Available in three
all-natural flavors—natural, mango and passion fruit-orange peel. $2/box. www.zico.com
Amazon Energy is a new organic energy drink made from three superfoods: açaí (ah-sigh-ee), a berry that grows in the Brazilian Amazon and is loaded with healthy fats and antioxidants; acerola, a super fruit chock full of vitamin C; guaraná, a plant used by the Amazonian people that helps improve focus and increase metabolism and stamina; and yerba maté, harvested from South American rainforest trees that is full of vitamins, minerals and amino acids. The combination of ingredients makes for a tasty, healthy drink that delivers great nutrition and sustained energy. $1.99/can.
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