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This 2-Ingredient Energy Drink Uses Pantry Staples To Basically Turn You Into Superwoman

Author:

Liz Moody

October 16, 2018

Author & Podcaster

By Liz Moody

Author & Podcaster

Liz Moody is the host of the top-rated The Liz Moody Podcast, author of bestselling books "100 Ways to Change Your Life," "Healthier Together: Recipes for Two—Nourish Your Body, Nourish Your Relationships," and "Glow Pops," and a popular online content creator who has helped millions of people transform their lives. A regular speaker, panelist, and podcast guest, Liz shares her own deeply personal anxiety journey that led her to where she is now as well as actionable, fun, and science-based ways for everyone to live their best lives.

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October 16, 2018

If you've been stockpiling honey for hot toddies and natural cough suppressants to get you through the winter, you're in luck—there's much more you can do with the miracle liquid. "Honey has been used as a food, medicine, and more by cultures all over the world for at least the last 8,000 years," writes Hannah Coughlin in her new book, The Goodness of Honey. It's antibacterial, antiviral, and a potent inflammation fighter—plus, according to Coughlin, it's the perfect base for an instant healthy energy drink.

She explains, "Honey can provide energy within seven minutes, according to research on athletes. It also provides a slow-burn effect that produces great stamina and endurance. The free fructose and glucose sugars in honey restore brain activity constantly, thus reducing or eliminating fatigue at times of our greatest physical and mental need." She recommends using the drink to kick-start your morning routine or to stave off an afternoon slump.

Instant Energy Drink

Serves 4

Ingredients

8 cups water
⅔ cup unprocessed honey
½ teaspoon salt
Juice of 1 to 2 lemons

Method

Pour the water into a large saucepan. Add the honey and salt and simmer over a medium heat until both are dissolved. Then add the lemon juice and stir to combine.
Leave to cool, then transfer to the fridge to chill for 2 to 3 hours before drinking.