Sports Drink Replacement: Cucumber Lime Electrolyte Refresher

Sports drinks are all the rage right now – so many flavors, colors, and promises to keep you hydrated during a workout.  You’ll even see famous athletes selling these products.  If you drink a sport beverage you can become a high-performing athlete too, right?  Not quite.

I am surprised that athletes even put this stuff in their bodies.  I don’t know how our bodies can perform at high peak filled with sugar, artificial flavors, added chemicals, and petroleum-based artificial colors galore.  Some of these drinks even contain as much sugar as a regular soda.

I have a much better alternative that not only hydrates but also tastes fantastic.  This Cucumber Lime Electrolyte Refresher is invigorating.  Only three ingredients, nothing artificial, and no sugar added.  I even enjoy drinking this mixed with sparkling water at summer barbecues.  It helps keep me hydrated in the Arizona heat.

Hydration is very important.  Coconut water has a ton of electrolytes and potassium that will help keep you hydrated and prevent you from getting muscle cramps.  Coconut water is completely natural and very low in sugar.  I must say that I am not a big fan of the taste of coconut water on its own, but I can’t even taste it when it is mixed with cucumber and lime.

Give it a try and let me know what you think. Stay hydrated my friends!

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Author Sara

Ingredients

• 1/2 cucumber
• 2 limes peeled
• 1 1/2 cups coconut water

Instructions

1. In a juicer, juice the cucumber and lime.
2. Add the juice to the coconut water.
3. Serve cold or over ice.

Recipe Notes

Choose organic ingredients when possible.