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Be it early in the morning or evening, many people’s daily routine is not complete without tea. Some people like to drink tea several times a day. Although drinking tea in limited quantity is considered okay, drinking excessive tea may cause problems like gas, acidity, sleep problems or restlessness to some people. In such a situation, instead of drinking the same tea every day, other hot drinks can also be tried.
milk, lemon, Honey And hot drinks made from some spices can provide many essential nutrients to the body along with taste. The vitamins, calcium and other nutrients present in them help in providing energy to the body. If these are drunk in the right quantity and at the right time, they can become a good alternative to tea. Let us know 5 tasty hot drinks made at home, the right time to drink them and what things should be kept in mind while making them.
Make these 5 tasty hot drinks at home
hot chocolate
Heat a cup of milk and add unsweetened cocoa powder and a little honey or jaggery to it and stir well. If you want, you can add some cinnamon powder on top. Cocoa contains antioxidants and milk provides calcium and protein. Apart from being delicious, this drink also gives energy to the body.
saffron milk
Add 2 to 3 saffron threads in a glass of hot milk and let it sit for a few minutes. If you wish, you can add some honey for light sweetness. Calcium and protein present in milk are beneficial for bones, while saffron works to enhance taste and aroma.
Lemon-Honey Hot Drink
Mix juice of half a lemon and one spoon honey in a cup of lukewarm water and drink it. Keep in mind that the water should not be too hot. This drink helps in making the body feel refreshed and is also a good way to fulfill the water requirement.
Fennel Herbal Tea
Add one spoon of fennel in a cup of water, boil for 5 minutes, filter and drink. If you want, you can add some jaggery. Fennel is considered beneficial for digestion and it can also help in providing relief if you feel heaviness after meals.
Jaggery Masala Milk
Mix some jaggery, a pinch of cinnamon and cardamom powder in hot milk and mix it well. Milk is a good source of calcium and protein, while jaggery also provides iron along with sweetness. Apart from being delicious, this drink can help in giving energy to the body.
What is the right time to drink these drinks?
Hot drinks can be drunk in the morning with breakfast or in the evening. Some herbal drinks can also be taken after meals. Try not to drink them too hot.
If honey, jaggery or other sweet things are being added to the drink, then limit their quantity. You can drink different hot drinks throughout the day, but avoid consuming any one drink excessively.
What things should be kept in mind while making these drinks?
Always use fresh and clean ingredients to make hot drinks. Avoid adding more sugar than required and use limited quantity of honey or jaggery for sweetness. Do not boil milk and water more than necessary.
After the drink is ready, drink it fresh. If you are allergic to anything, do not use it. Hot drinks consumed in balanced quantities can be a good option for both taste and health.
