Healthy energy drinks and how to find them

Energy drinks have become increasingly popular in recent years and many people consume them with the belief that they will help boost energy! However, new research shows that they are not as good for you as you are led to believe. To help you stay on track with your new healthy lifestyle we have gathered some healthy energy drinks to replace the Red Bull or similar you usually drink.

Find healthy energy drinks, cause energy drinks aren’t that healthy

Energy drinks may give you a boost when Monday morning hits you hard. But beyond that initial pick me up, the red, blue or green coloured beverage may not be doing as much for your body as you think.

What you might not know is that energy drinks can contain high levels of caffeine or ingredients containing caffeine, and depending on how much you consume, it can affect you and your health in different ways.

Small amounts of caffeine may have the following effects:

• You feel more awake
• Your heart beats faster
• You urinate more
• Your body temperature rises
• Your digestive system produces more acid.

There are more health impacts of caffeine besides what we’ve listed here which is why we advocate for finding a healthy energy alternative.

Besides caffeine, energy drinks also contain immense amounts of sugar and other stimulants. A diet high in sugar has many negative effects on health. Some of these include:

• Dental cavities
• Weight gain and obesity
• An increase in heart disease risk factors such as obesity, high blood pressure and inflammation
• Has been shown to be linked to acne

An energy drink has a counter effect on weight loss and health in general as it is high in calories. It may be appealing in that it is said to give you that quick boost of energy, but there is no magic bullet for strength and endurance. True energy comes from a healthy diet rich in whole foods but if you’re looking for a fast boost there are healthy energy drinks you can choose from rather than these sugar-filled ones.

“Red Bull gives you wings”, “The massive hit that improves you a bit” and “Feel the thrill”. Exciting things for a drink to promise.

Sound too good to be true? That’s because it is. Not only are energy drinks packed full of sugar, caffeine and synthetic ingredients, but their promised buzz will also send you crashing once your body has begun breaking it down. And then you’ll need another one, right? And if these drinks have a negative effect on our health as adults, how are they affecting our children?

At the end of the day, energy drinks are big business.

In 2017, NSW Poisons Information Centre received 56 calls regarding energy drinks, 71 per cent of those about children. Jared Brown, head of the centre reported that “symptoms range from vomiting to people being very agitated with their heart racing. Then there are those who get more significant toxicity with chest pains similar to a mild heart attack, and people with severe agitation to the point of needing some sedation, and rarely people have seizures as well. In the last five years, 25 per cent were hospitalised.”

In a report published by the Food Research Collaboration, a review of worldwide evidence on energy drinks links them to headaches, stomach aches and sleep problems, while emergency department visits associated with their consumption in the US doubled between 2007 and 2011.

5 HEALTHY energy drinks to help you feel ENERGISED!

Caffeine is complex, while it’s a stimulant that increases alertness, it can also make you feel tired at times. In fact, it’s not uncommon to have a ‘caffeine crash’ after consuming too much of it. When it comes to energy drinks they not only have caffeine but also often have other legal stimulants like ephedrine, guarana, and ginseng which is why finding alternative healthy energy drinks will help you maintain your healthy eating plan whilst also giving you a boost.

1. Lemon water

Water with squeezed lemon is one of the most tested energy boosters around. Water filters out toxins where coffee is a stimulant and a diuretic that depletes your body’s water supplies.

2. Decaf Green Tea

Whether hot, cold or with honey or lemon, brewed green tea is packed full of health benefits. It is a high concentration of powerful antioxidants that neutralises free radicals in the body.

It has the added bonus of not adding much to your calorie count and can increase energy expenditure and fat oxidation.

3. The Healthy Man Super Greens

A Healthy Man powered vitamin supplement designed for busy mums to boost energy and support immunity, no need to wait for the kettle to boil, pop some in some cold water and your off!

The Healthy Mummy Super Greens is packed with green power. It is a synergistic blend of whole foods and is packed with nature’s most nutrient-dense green superfoods. These include Spirulina, Chlorella, Barley Grass Powder, Alfalfa Powder Chorella Powder, Spinach Powder.

It also contains a range of super fruit and veg blend. Your body will love you for filling it with natural goodness more than those ingredients found in synthetic formulations such as energy drinks.

The Healthy Mummy Super Greens is bursting with whole food goodness, it is a nutrient-rich, all-natural, real food super greens powder filled with vitamins, minerals and omega 3 fatty acids.

4. Tea

Black and white teas also contain caffeine like coffee, but it’s a cleaner-burning, longer-lasting fuel for your morning buzz which won’t leave you crashing soon after.

5. The Healthy Man Meal Replacement

Like coffee, it’s packed with antioxidants but also vitamins, minerals and nutrients and won’t give you the bloat. On top of its ability to give you a healthy energy boost it also:

• Enhances fat-burning ability
• Increases strength
• Reduces beer belly
• Increases stamina
• Improves gut health
• Increases energy, vitality and overall health
• Increases hair health and hair strength

Find more healthy energy drink alternatives here.

Kick off your healthy lifestyle today with The Healthy Man Meal Replacement shake!

It’s the perfect low-calorie meal replacement for busy blokes wanting to boost weight loss and improve overall health. It’s full of whey and soy protein which means it’ll leave you feeling full and satisfied and keep you going till your next meal.

If you want to shift some kilo’s, look no further than The Healthy Man’s Meal Replacement!

The Healthy Man Meal Replacement Shake is available in Chocolate and Vanilla and will:-

• Enhance fat-burning ability
• Increase stamina
• Improve gut health
• Increase energy, vitality and overall health
• Reduce beer belly
• Increase muscle strength

Get your tub of the Healthy Man Meal Replacement here

Or you could use The Healthy Man Super Greens Powder TODAY!

The Healthy Man Super Greens packs a massive nutritional punch containing over 37 real food and quality superfood ingredients including:

• Spirulina
• Flaxseed
• Pea Protein
• Organic Barley Grass
• Chlorella
• Chia
• Goji Berry
• Kale
• Spinach
• Mushroom  Powder
• And much more

With all these amazing ingredients coming together in a simple powder form The Health Man Super Greens Powder will help you boost your immune system with a huge dose of Vitamin C and give you a shot of iron to boost your energy. It’s also a proudly Australian owned supplement that is vegan-friendly and GMO-free.

The perfect addition to your Healthy Man Meal Replacement or just mix it with water cause it tastes that good.

Grab your own packet of Healthy Man Super Greens Powder and get the goodness into your diet today!