Chlorophyll to Drink: Your Secret Weapon for Staying Healthy All Summer Long

Written by Stephanie Oswald, a certified personal health coach and registered holistic nutritionist.

Summer is a time to have fun in the sun, enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, and treat ourselves to icy treats that help us stay cool. How can we stay healthy while having fun and making the most of the warm season? In this article, you’ll discover some health tips to follow this summer.

Making Wise Choices

Sugar in Food

Be aware of the hidden sugar in your favorite ice cream and sugary drinks, as well as their high calorie density. In any diet, there’s room for your favorite foods and treats, and ice cream and sugary iced drinks are synonymous with summer. But are you aware of the impact these food choices can have on your health when consumed in excess?

Excessive sugar intake has been linked to a weakened immune system, weight gain, and premature skin aging. Keep this in mind and choose to eat smaller portions—and not every day. Better yet, cut out store-bought treats and try making your own with healthier ingredients. Some of my favorite summer treats are “banana ice cream” and homemade iced lattes, which have no added sugar, are delicious, and are just as satisfying.

Constant Hydration

Staying hydrated during the hot summer months is very important, because we tend to be more active and the heat causes us to lose more water. A good way to stay hydrated is to eat plenty of water-rich fruits and vegetables. Cucumbers, watermelon, celery, radishes, green peppers, spinach, and strawberries are all foods that contain more than 90% water!

Eating water-rich fruits and vegetables every day—or even a big salad with spinach—can help you stay well-hydrated this summer. If you have trouble drinking enough water (the recommended daily amount is 8 glasses), try buying a large bottle of water that you like, bring it with you, and remember to drink from it regularly. You can also add flavored chlorophyll, lemon, limes, mint, cucumber, or berries to your water for extra flavor. That way, you’ll reap all the benefits of chlorophyll while enjoying flavored water enhanced with green pigments.

To prevent heatstroke or exhaustion:

• Be sure to stay cool by drinking plenty of water with electrolytes (I add Himalayan pink salt to my water for electrolytes and minerals)
• Wear a hat
• Stay in the shade or go indoors when you feel the heat starting to wear you down

Buy local products

The summer months are a great time to enjoy fresh, local produce. Visit your local farmers’ market to support local farmers and enjoy fresh fruits and vegetables that are rich in nutrients. “Local” means these products don’t have to travel long distances, which could reduce their nutritional value. Choosing to shop at farmers’ markets can help you eat healthy without breaking the bank!

Vacation Time

Make healthy choices when you go camping or spend time at the cottage. It’s easy to overindulge in junk food when you’re on vacation. Remember that a summer full of these poor choices can really take a toll on your health.

Making small changes to your meal—like having a salad or a baked sweet potato instead of fries with your hamburger, and choosing whole-grain bread—can significantly boost the nutritional value and quality of your meal.

Instead of snacking on potato chips, candy, cookies, and chocolate bars loaded with trans fats, opt for fresh fruit, nuts, or kale chips.

Alcoholic Beverages

Summer travel can lead to excessive alcohol consumption. This puts a strain on our livers, contains excess sugar, causes inflammation, and can lead to dehydration.

Choosing to reduce your alcohol intake by limiting the amount you drink, alternating with water, opting for less sugary spirits like vodka or gin, and mixing them with lemon and club soda instead of sugary mixers can help minimize the harmful effects these drinks can have on the body.

Skin Protection

Protecting your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays is especially important during the sunny summer months. Sun protection is important for preventing premature skin aging and reducing the risk of skin cancer. Making sure you use a broad-spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen every day (even when it’s cloudy) can help protect you.

Staying healthy during the summer months isn’t about depriving yourself, but rather about making mindful choices, eating plenty of nutrient-rich foods, and limiting excessive consumption of junk food and alcohol. Enjoy these summer months by protecting your skin from the sun, staying hydrated, and getting out into nature for wonderful new adventures! Beat the heat with this chlorophyll-infused mint lemonade recipe!

A Healthy Way to Cool Off

Discover how to consume chlorophyll with a refreshing green recipe. By the way, did you know that this dietary supplement helps combat body odor and bad breath, in addition to eliminating sweat-related odors? It acts as a natural deodorizer for the body.

By consuming liquid chlorophyll, you’re giving your body a boost.

Ingredients:

• 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp. Land Art 5x concentrated mint chlorophyll
• 5 mint leaves
• 5 cups of water
• 1 tbsp. honey
• Ice cubes

Preparation:

1. Juice from 1 lemon.
2. Mix the mint with the lemon juice at the bottom of a large glass (8 oz).
3. Add the chlorophyll, water, and honey, then mix well.
4. Add the ice cubes.
   Enjoy!