A large pitcher of iced tea, warm weather, and plenty of sunshine are some necessities for a perfect summer outing. We can confidently state that we'll be in charge of supplying the greatest refreshing beverages ideal for sipping, even though the temperature and cloud cover will regretfully continue to be out of our control. These ice tea recipes will not only help you stay hydrated on a hot, sunny day, but they are also an effective strategy to maintain strong bones as you age. One of the foods that is excellent for your bones is not just milk. A daily cup of tea, such as oolong, black, or green, has been linked in studies to maintaining good bones and nearly every other biological system.
Tea's potent antioxidants, including polyphenols, catechins, and flavonoids, are the primary cause of the beverage's significant bone benefits. Tea's rich polyphenols have been demonstrated to aid improve bone mineralization, postpone the loss of bone mineral density, and raise vitamin D levels in the body. While flavonoids' estrogen-like characteristics can help prevent bone loss, catechins, which are found in tea, preserve the body's bone-building cells.
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With these incredibly hydrating, bone-building summer drinks that are healthy for your entire body, we're spreading all the tea.
1. Grilled Peach and Basil Arnold Palmer
This Arnold Palmer(a non-alcoholic beverage that combines iced tea and lemonade) iced tea with grilled peaches and basil is for you if you were that kid who spent way too much time at the soda machine creating your own sweet summer concoction. It just asks for a few simple ingredients, such as black tea, lemon juice, and grilled, caramelised peaches, which combine to create a fruity beverage that is ideal for sipping over a big scoop of ice on a hot day. Aside from not including any refined sugars, this Arnold Palmer is naturally sweetened with a calming combination of honey and the sweetness of the grilled peaches.
2. Oolong Peach Iced Tea
You're absolutely correct if you're beginning to notice a peachy tea trend. We reasoned that since peach season lasts from May to late September, we should make the most of this sweet stonefruit while we can. As an example? Making a batch of this cooling iced tea couldn't be simpler with just four ingredients in this wonderful oolong peach iced tea recipe. Yes, it resembles a peach cobbler in a cup very closely.
3. Lemon Ginger Jasmine Iced Tea
This refreshing and invigorating drink is perfect for enjoying outdoors thanks to the anti-inflammatory properties of the lemon, ginger, and jasmine tea. Aside from its potential to strengthen bones, green tea is also an antioxidant-rich beverage that lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease and contains L-theanine, which can improve mood.
4. Blackberry Iced Tea
You'll want to keep making this blackberry iced tea throughout the course of the entire summer because of the fruit's delectable flavour and the beverage's beautiful magenta colour. To wash down the grilled veggie skewers, potato chips, and the rest of the summer BBQ feast that is served at this time of year, the simple drink consists of English breakfast tea, which is a combination of black teas, lemon, and mint.
5. Strawberry Milk Matcha Latte
This strawberry milk matcha latte will satisfy your craving for a creamy latte if that's your thing. It blends matcha and strawberries, two of our favourite ingredients, to create a hydrating and energetic beverage. This beverage uses milk that has been blended with strawberry jam to elevate it above the average matcha latte and create a visually gorgeous (and delectable) beverage. Photographing it is really necessary.
