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The good thing about herbal drinks is that they're not just good for the body internally but also start showing external changes in the body upon regular consumption. No matter how many cosmetics or makeup products one uses, the kind of glow that eating right gives to the skin is unparalleled. It is a natural way of improving the skin texture and is also more permanent as compared to any other methods that one might choose.
Eating the right kind of food will also keep the skin radiant for a longer time. There are a lot of herbal drinks filled with essential vitamins and antioxidants that can transform the health of the skin. To hydrate themselves, people end up drinking healthy drinks like soda and other carbonated drinks available in the market.
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Instead of drinking these carbonated drinks, here are six herbal drinks that not only hydrate the body but improve the skin quality as well.
* Coconut Water
Coconut water is a great source of hydration and one doesn't have to do anything to prepare this drink as it is naturally delicious on its own. Coconut water is filled with a lot of electrolytes, minerals and vitamins that effectively improve the quality of the skin. As per the National Institutes of Health, coconut water has multiple antioxidants that have the potential to improve the quality of the skin and even fight against several skin infections. Having a glass of coconut water regularly is a great way of hydrating the body and working on one's skin.
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* Carrot Juice
Carrot juice is abundantly available during the winter season. This juice is a mixture of carrots, some beetroot and Indian gooseberry. All of these ingredients are power-packed with vitamins, antioxidants and a lot of minerals. All these vegetables are also a great source of vitamin C which increases the glow and radiance of the skin. The mixture of all these ingredients in a juice is great for health and can do wonders for the body if consumed on a perpetual basis. As per the National Institutes of Health, carrot also has phenolic compounds and ascorbic acid that can improve human health and also offer anti, bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
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* Green Smoothie
A green smoothie is a blend of some nutritious and leafy vegetables, such as spinach, lettuce and kale. To provide a bit of sweetness, one can add some honey or sweet pineapple pieces. Contrary to popular opinion, green smoothies taste extremely delicious. Along with taste, green smoothies also offer a lot of health benefits and work great for the skin. Having green smoothies as the first thing in the morning detoxifies the body and takes all unnecessary toxins out of the body. This instantly makes the skin of a person better and also helps in preventing premature ageing. One can keep changing the recipe of this smoothie by introducing new fruits and vegetables to keep the taste interesting.
* Cucumber And Mint Water
Cucumber is a rejuvenating vegetable that can be used to make an extremely refreshing drink. Mint is another refreshing condiment that is used in the preparation of multiple mojitos and drinks like iced tea. Cucumber provides a boost of hydration to the body that makes the skin extremely pulpy and fresh. The key to getting healthy and youthful skin is keeping the body hydrated for longer time intervals. It also helps with water retention and mint provides freshness to the body. This drink is perfect for hot summer days as it cools down the body from the inside and gives a glow to the face.
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* Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea is a very famous herbal tea that is quite popular among health enthusiasts. It is effective in treating a lot of problems related to sleep and abdominal pain. As per the National Institutes of Health, chamomile tea is also quite beneficial in strengthening the immune system of the body and fighting against viral diseases. The high level of antioxidants present in this tea provides a natural glow to the face. It may also help people with problems related to skin breakouts and dark spots. Many people also use it for skin-brightening purposes.
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* Green Tea
Green tea is a great source of vitamin E and has the natural ability to moisturise the skin and also brighten it. In some cases, green tea may also help in reversing the skin damage that has happened to the skin because of being exposed to UV rays for a long time. Green tea is generally consumed by mixing some lemon juice that is power-packed with vitamin C. Vitamin C contributes towards optimum skin health and does wonders for the skin. Other than improving the metabolism of the body, green tea is also quite effective in improving skin health.
