Healthy Summer Drinks

GINGER LIME COOLER

INGREDIENTS:

•1 medium sized lime per person

•Sliced ginger

•Chopped mint

•Salt optional

•Water (or mineral water)

•Ice
•Lemon Slices

A refreshing "spa" type drink that is great as is or you can add a little tequila or lime vodka for some zing.  And not only does the citrus help to detoxify your body but you can use the lemon on your face as astringent. Plus, the Ginger and Mint are both great for digestion, nausea and stomach soother especially in the heat of the summer.  You may be wondering about the salt?  A little bit of salt is perfect if you are particularly dehydrated, have adrenal fatigue or after a workout in which you need to replenish your electrolyte balance.

•Step 1
Squeeze the lime into a prep glass, adding the pulp/skin but remember to remove the seeds.

•Step 2
If you want to add some alcohol, you can add tequila or vodka and then fill rest of glass with your choice of cold water or mineral water.  Or just fill the glass with your choice of water.

•Step 3
Now add a dash of salt making sure not to add more than 1/4 tsp as we want the benefit of the salt but not an overpowering taste.
•Step 4
Add the chopped or sliced ginger and mint and mix well. If you have used a shaker container, then close the cap and shake the bottle.

•Step 5
Pour prep container contents over a tall glass of ice.  Serve with lemon slices and enjoy.