Summer is the season of many changes and, of course, a lot of sweating. It’s not just that uncomfortable, sticky feeling that you’re combating; there’s also the constant thirst and the feeling of being perpetually drained.
According to science, your body works double-time to help you cool down when the weather is too hot. It does so by sending blood and fluid to the surface of your body, which leaves other body parts with less than their normal supply. So while your body’s able to regulate its temperature internally, you’re left feeling drained, dehydrated and drenched in sweat externally. [1]
When you sweat, you’re not just losing water; you’re also losing important minerals. Collectively known as electrolytes, these electrically charged minerals play an important role in maintaining your body’s fluid balance. [2] Because electrolytes are also involved in many critical processes, insufficient levels disrupt bodily functions and can even lead to life-threatening consequences. [3]
This is why proper nutrition and hydration are so important in summer. Nutritious foods and drinks contain plenty of water for hydration and minerals to help replenish your body’s electrolyte stores. Fortunately, many summer fruits and readily available natural ingredients fall into this category, providing a nutritional and hydrating boost when your body needs it most.
To help you weather the hot summer days ahead, here’s a list of our favorite healthy summer recipes featuring some of the tastiest and most nutritious offerings from the season’s bounty.
6 Healthy and Easy-to-Make Summer Treats to Help You Get Through Hot Days
Stay cool, hydrated, and refreshed all summer with our favorite easy-to-make, nutrient-packed drinks and frozen treats:
Organic Bee Pollen Ice Cream
Why it’s good: This refreshing treat combines nutritious fruits and organic bee pollen to deliver essential vitamins, hydrating minerals (electrolytes), and powerful antioxidants. [4][5]
What you’ll need:
- 3 Organic bananas or equivalent if using Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Banana Diced
- 2 Tbsp. Groovy Bee® Organic Bee Pollen
- 1 Tbsp. Health Ranger Select Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
Note: You can add your favorite organic fruits for more flavor and nutrition. Check out the Health Ranger Store’s wide selection of Freeze-Dried Organic Fruits for more options.
How to make: Watch this video for the full recipe.
Summer Bliss: Fermented Smoothie Delight
Why it’s good: Packed with real nutrition from clean, lab-verified ingredients, this tropical, superfood-powered smoothie can help you beat the summer heat by replenishing lost electrolytes while supporting healthy digestion and energy levels. [6]
What you’ll need:
- 1 Tbsp. Groovy Bee® Fermented Super30+ with Organic Apple Peel Powder
- 3 Tbsp. Health Ranger Select Organic Oat Milk Powder
- 1 Organic banana or equivalent (Health Ranger Select Freeze-Dried Organic Banana Diced)
- ½ Organic avocado
- 1½ Cups water
How to make: Watch this video for the full recipe.
Coconut Lime Popsicles
Why it’s good: Made with naturally rehydrating ingredients like Organic Coconut Water (widely known as “nature's sports drink”) and our premium Electrolyte Drops, this frozen delight can help you stay cool, hydrated, and energized all summer long. [7][8]
What you’ll need:
- 1/3 Cup Health Ranger Select Organic Coconut Water Powder
- 4 Dropperfuls Health Ranger Select Electrolyte Drops
- ¼ Tsp. Health Ranger Select Organic Monk Fruit Extract Powder - Low Carb Sugar Substitute
- ¼ Cup lime juice (zest optional)
- 2 Cups water
How to make: Watch this video for the full recipe.
The Ultimate Summer Refreshment: Watermelon-Beet Juice
Why it’s good: This refreshing drink combines sweet and juicy watermelon and Organic Beets—two superfoods known for their high water content. [9][10] Mixed with our premium Electrolyte Drops, this one-of-a-kind beverage is the perfect way to rehydrate after prolonged sweating. [11]
What you’ll need:
- 1 Tbsp. Groovy Bee® Organic Freeze-Dried Beet Juice Powder
- - 4 Dropperfuls Health Ranger Select Electrolyte Drops
- ½ medium watermelon or ¼ large watermelon
- Optional: small amount of Health Ranger Select Pink Himalayan Salt Fine Ground
How to make: Watch this video for the full recipe.
Spirulina Limeade Popsicles
Why it’s good: Featuring nutrient powerhouses like Spirulina, Organic Coconut Milk, organic berries, and lime, this delicious plant-powered treat provides quick energy, nutrition and hydration – the perfect refreshment on a hot summer day. [12][13][14]
What you’ll need:
- 3 Tbsp. Groovy Bee® Organic Coconut Milk Powder
- 2 Tbsp. raw unfiltered honey
- 2 Tbsp. Health Ranger Select Spirulina Powder
- 3 Tbsp. Health Ranger Select Organic Super C Berry Blend
- 1 Tbsp. Health Ranger Select Organic Coconut Palm Sugar
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
- 1½ Cup filtered water
How to make: Watch this video for the full recipe.
Medicinal Mushroom Iced Latte
Why it’s good: For coffee lovers, this special drink offers more than just hydration and caffeine—it also delivers all the wholesome goodness (and flavor!) of seven organic functional mushrooms to support optimal overall wellness. Refresh, energize, and rehydrate all while getting your coffee fix! [15]
What you’ll need:
- 1 cup cold brew (make your own with any of our Health Ranger Select 100% Organic Hand-Roasted Whole Bean Coffees)
- ½ Cup nut milk of your choice (Try our delicious Organic Raw Cashew Milk Recipe with Health Ranger Select Organic Raw Cashew Milk Recipe Kit)
- 1 Tsp. Health Ranger Select Organic Seven Treasures Mushroom Powder
- Health Ranger Select Organic Monk Fruit Extract Powder - Low Carb Sugar Substitute to taste
Note: For your convenience, we also offer Health Ranger Select Medicinal Mushroom Iced Latte Recipe Kit which contains 1 pack each of our 100% Organic Hand-Roasted Whole Bean Coffee (Honey Processed Honduras) and Organic Seven Treasures Mushroom Powder, plus 1 small jar of our Organic Monk Fruit Extract Powder.
How to make: Watch this video for the full recipe.
All Health Ranger Store products are lab-verified for purity and quality and meticulously lab tested for glyphosate, heavy metals and microbiology for your safety.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to treat, cure, or diagnose any disease.
References:
[1] https://rightasrain.uwmedicine.org
[2] https://www.eatingwell.com
[3] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
[4] https://www.sciencedirect.com
[5] https://www.healthrangerstore.com
[6] https://www.healthrangerstore.com
[7] https://www.eatingwell.com
[8] https://www.healthrangerstore.com
[9] https://www.watermelon.org
[10] https://www.healthline.com
[11] https://www.healthrangerstore.com
[12] https://www.mdpi.com
[13] https://www.bbcgoodfood.com
[14] https://www.healthrangerstore.com
[15] https://www.healthrangerstore.com
