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After attending or hosting a superbly executed New Year’s Party, the morning after can herald much fatigue and tiredness. All the excitement, adventure and frenzy of the late-night hang-out session, the spontaneous karaoke moments and the countdown to the upcoming year are abound to leave one feeling exhausted. Hydrating, energising foods can be the ones to reset the body after a rather eventful evening, to ease into the rhythms of the new year’s day. After late nights and salty snacks, these are foods that will replenish electrolytes and give you a nudge to bounce back into the daily routine.
Watermelon With A Lime Squeeze
Watery, crunchy and crispy, watermelons are naturally hydrating foods that introduce a fresh flavour onto the palate. Source freshly-squeezed watermelon juice or simply slice the fruit, if available in your area, into little wedges. Chill the slices and have a plateful the morning after the new year’s gathering. Squeeze some fresh lime juice over the cuts to infuse them with a light, bright and vibrant tang that builds into the vivacity of the watermelon, enhancing the freshness of this simple hydrating food.
Coconut Water And Tender Coconut Malai
Source plain, fresh tender coconut water from a nearby vendor and have it upon waking up the morning after the new year’s party. In winters, fresh drinks that nonetheless remain conducive to the cold weather are slightly limiting. However, tender coconut water is one energising, hydrating beverage that is suitable all year round and which introduces a lasting freshness on the palate. Bring home the malai or creamy coconut wedges too, and chew on them to restore balance in the body after a late-night party.
Cucumber And Mint Salad
One is hardly in the mood to cook something elaborate after gorging on delicious food the night of the new year’s gathering. So, the morning after, when fatigue hits for real, food choices have to be such that they can be prepared simply, with minimal effort. Energising, hydrating and no-fuss all at once, a grated cucumber salad seasoned with freshly chopped mint leaves and yoghurt can be an interesting option which restores the water content in the body. Adding some feta cheese in lieu of yoghurt is also a useful hack to up your protein intake.
Citrus Platter
Bring together oranges, grapefruits and sweet limes in a big fruit platter the morning after a stunning new year’s party. All these fruits are rich in water content and an acidic fervour which energises and revitalises a dehydrated self. Drizzle the fruits with honey or sprinkle some chia seeds over them for more flavour. Peel the fruits and chew on the wedges with their layers of skin still intact for upping fibre content, which also prompts a quick reset.
Veggie Clear Soup
Prepare a warm, comforting soup out of leftover broth as a restorative that is calming for the gut. Bring together whatever veggies are available in the fridge including celery, carrots, spinach, zucchini and even some shallots. Chop them finely and add to a simmering broth accentuated with the flavours of aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary. Season with black pepper for a light, energising spicy lift.
Yoghurt And Berries
One of the freshest and brightest breakfast options, perfect for the morning after a big party, a bowlful of yoghurt sprinkled with strawberries, blueberries and raspberries will lend you the energy lift you need to ward off exhaustion. Add soaked oats or flaxseeds to the mixture to make it more filling. This bowlful of sweet and tart berries coupled with thick yoghurt is light, hydrating and utterly refreshing.
