Delicious, Healthy, & Refreshing Drink Recipes | Wellness Mama https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/ Simple Answers for Healthier Families Sat, 28 Sep 2024 11:07:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.1 https://wellnessmama.com/wp-content/uploads/site-icon-200x200.png Delicious, Healthy, & Refreshing Drink Recipes | Wellness Mama https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/ 32 32 Creamy Pumpkin Smoothie (With Protein!) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-smoothie/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-smoothie/#respond Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:05:35 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=494195 Now that it’s fall it’s officially PSL (pumpkin spice latte) season. And if you live where it’s still 80 degrees in October like I do, a pumpkin smoothie is a more refreshing way to get those fall flavors. Even if you don’t, I still recommend this protein-packed, creamy smoothie. It’s easy enough to make for […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-smoothie/feed/ 0 Warming Elderberry Mulled Cider https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-mulled-cider/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-mulled-cider/#respond Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:45:05 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=494122 Now that the weather is starting to turn (a little!) cooler I’m in the mood for cozy blankets and warm drinks on the sofa. Hot mulled cider is a cold-weather favorite around here! This version adds the health boosting benefits of elderberry for an even tastier version. Unlike tart cranberries, elderberry adds a milder flavor […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-mulled-cider/feed/ 0 How to Make Elderberry Tea (Powerful Natural Remedy Recipe) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-tea/#comments Thu, 08 Aug 2024 15:00:54 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=24470 It’s no secret that I’m a fan of elderberries for their natural immune-boosting powers. I make elderberry syrup in batches during the cooler months to keep the flu at bay. My favorite way to use them though is in a warm, comforting cup of elderberry tea. Imagine for a moment … six children … all getting […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/elderberry-tea/feed/ 87 Refreshing Cold Brew Coffee Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/cold-brew-coffee/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/cold-brew-coffee/#comments Tue, 07 May 2024 13:13:50 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=60906 “Police work wouldn’t be possible without coffee,” Wallander said.“No work would be possible without coffee.”They pondered the importance of coffee in silence.-Henning Mankell, One Step Behind For many people (ok, ok, including me), coffee is a favorite morning drink. For me, it’s never been about the caffeine, as I like decaf just as much … […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/cold-brew-coffee/feed/ 51 Refreshing Herbal Mocktails https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/herbal-mocktails/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/herbal-mocktails/#respond Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:19:34 +0000 https://wellnessmama.com/?p=493175 There’s nothing quite like relaxing and sipping on a refreshing drink. Herbal mocktails are the perfect drink for anyone avoiding (or cutting back) on alcohol. There are so many delicious options and because they’re alcohol-free, even the kids can have their own. These drink recipes feature fruity, herbal flavors that not only taste great but […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/herbal-mocktails/feed/ 0 Homemade Electrolyte Drink (With Flavor Options) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/natural-sports-drink/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/natural-sports-drink/#comments Tue, 16 Jan 2024 16:32:01 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=2575 Drinking enough pure clean water is one of the most important things we can do for overall health. In most cases, water alone is wonderful. When there’s hot weather or we’re exercising and sweating though we lose minerals through our sweat. A homemade electrolyte drink can help replenish minerals and remedy electrolyte imbalances. Do We […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/natural-sports-drink/feed/ 218 Delicious Mexican Hot Chocolate https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mexican-hot-chocolate/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mexican-hot-chocolate/#respond Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=491934 I think it’s safe to say almost all of us have had a cup of hot cocoa at some point. When I was younger that meant a package of hot chocolate mix stirred into water with some corn syrup laden marshmallows on top. While the kids and I enjoy regular hot chocolate I wanted to […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mexican-hot-chocolate/feed/ 0 Dairy-Free Homemade Eggnog https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/coconut-milk-eggnog/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/coconut-milk-eggnog/#comments Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:38:16 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=3536 Eggnog is a delicious treat holiday season treat, but store-bought versions often have pasteurized eggs, tremendous amounts of sweeteners, and other additives. This traditional homemade eggnog recipe is a great source of beneficial fats, protein, spices, and optional warmth from the alcohol. Homemade Eggnog Recipe With Coconut Milk Eggnog can be a health food when […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/coconut-milk-eggnog/feed/ 21 Nourishing Pregnancy Tea Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pregnancy-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pregnancy-tea/#comments Thu, 05 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=490737 During my pregnancies, I drank a lot of red raspberry leaf tea, tried to get plenty of sleep, and even did some underwater headstands (to turn a breech baby). Pregnancy comes with its own discomforts and pregnancy tea is one way to help. Not all herbal teas are safe for pregnant women so it’s important […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pregnancy-tea/feed/ 4 Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie (With a Secret Ingredient) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/#comments Tue, 11 Apr 2023 14:44:19 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=348047 Smoothies are a yummy and healthy way to add an extra boost of nutrition to your diet. Plus a sneaky way to get extra nutrition into picky kids. I have a collection of some of our favorite whey-free smoothie recipes here. This strawberry cheesecake smoothie though is just as delicious as our old favorites. Unlike […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/strawberry-cheesecake-smoothie/feed/ 18 Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie Recipe | Wellness Mama Need a healthy treat? Start the day with this protein-packed and low-sugar strawberry cheesecake smoothie made with real food ingredients. strawberry cheesecake smoothie Real Food Shamrock Shake Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-shamrock-shake/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-shamrock-shake/#comments Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=157021 The infamous McDonald’s Shamrock Shake makes its rounds once a year at the Golden Arches. Over 60 million of them have been sold since they were first introduced. With 54 ingredients in each shake, though, they’re pretty much the opposite of real food! This St. Patrick’s day, you can try a healthy copycat Shamrock Shake […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/healthy-shamrock-shake/feed/ 33 How to Make Golden Milk (in Only 5 Minutes!) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama.wordpress.com/?p=223 Our family loves this golden milk recipe and it’s a favorite in our home. I used to mostly drink chamomile or green tea for their health benefits. But this tea with its earthy golden spice is perhaps an even more powerful (and soothing) remedy. Turmeric tea has been a staple in ayurvedic medicine for centuries. […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/turmeric-tea/feed/ 561 Brainpower Protein Shake Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/brain-power-smoothie/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/brain-power-smoothie/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2023 14:20:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=1697 Quality protein is an important key to healthy eating, but sometimes it’s tricky to get enough. This delicious high protein shake not only fuels your muscles but your brain health as well. It’s also something my kids love! Whole Foods Protein Shake Sometimes I want a creamy shake, but I don’t want one packed with […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/brain-power-smoothie/feed/ 90 Herbal Wassail Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/wassail-recipe/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/wassail-recipe/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=472 Ever since the first Christmas I can remember, I woke up to the warm smell of cinnamon, apple, cranberry, and orange simmering in the crock pot. It was a tradition that came from my grandparents (and perhaps their parents) of making the holiday drink called wassail. What is Wassail? The traditional wassail recipe is an […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/wassail-recipe/feed/ 6 How to Make a Peppermint Mocha https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-mocha/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-mocha/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=4329 Every time the Christmas season rolls around, I start to have visions of a peppermint mocha. (Yum!) I unapologetically enjoy all things coffee, but fancy coffee drinks can be a real budget breaker (not to mention full of sugar). Thankfully, there’s an easy and delicious peppermint mocha recipe you can make at home with wholesome real […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/peppermint-mocha/feed/ 13 How to Make an Amazing Pumpkin Spice Latte (at Home Recipe) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-latte/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-latte/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000 http://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=3223 It’s no secret that I love coffee, and nothing says fall like a warm pumpkin spice latte! Seeing Starbucks pumpkin spice lattes on their signs every fall makes my mouth water. But I can’t justify consuming that much sugar (50 grams in a grande size) plus all the junky additives. Not to mention it costs about […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/pumpkin-spice-latte/feed/ 62 How to Make Bubble Tea at Home https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/bubble-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/bubble-tea/#comments Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=458331 I’ve picked up some of my favorite recipes while traveling. I tried strawberry gelato in Europe and had to try making it when I got home. I first encountered boba tea, also called bubble tea, last year while traveling and was immediately intrigued by the idea.  Despite what the bubbly name might imply, this isn’t […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/bubble-tea/feed/ 3 Matcha Green Tea Latte Recipe (+ Iced Option) https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/matcha-green-tea-latte-recipe-iced-option/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/matcha-green-tea-latte-recipe-iced-option/#respond Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:30:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=456175 It’s coffee shop drink makeover time! I always feel so satisfied when I come up with a delicious recipe for a coffee shop favorite. I find it so rewarding to know that I can make something just as tasty using wholesome ingredients for a fraction of the price. My salted caramel latte is one of my favorites, […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/matcha-green-tea-latte-recipe-iced-option/feed/ 0 Creamy Metabolism-Boosting Tea Recipe https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/metabolism-boosting-tea/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/metabolism-boosting-tea/#respond Wed, 12 Jan 2022 14:30:00 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=455027 Our metabolism helps control how we use energy, and when it’s slow, we can feel sluggish and weighed down. Nutrients like selenium are important for a healthy metabolism. This metabolism-boosting tea recipe is another healthy (and delicious!) way to support our energy burners.  What Is Metabolism? According to Harvard, metabolism is how our body uses […]

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]]> https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/drinks/metabolism-boosting-tea/feed/ 0 How to Make Mulled Wine https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mulled-wine/ https://wellnessmama.com/recipes/mulled-wine/#respond Tue, 09 Nov 2021 16:01:50 +0000 https://wellnessmama24.wpenginepowered.com/?p=449747 Since I discovered truly natural, non-toxic wine, I feel better about enjoying a glass in the evenings to wind down sometimes. There’s a way to make wine taste even better though and up the health benefits. Mulled wine, like mulled cider, is simmered with aromatic spices for a delicious, warming drink. Curl Up With a […]

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