Sip to Heal: Plant Power Drinks for Everyday Wellness
Raisin Power Refresher
Ingredients:
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10–12 raisins (soaked overnight in 1 cup water)
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1 cup the same soaked water
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½ tsp cumin powder (jeera powder)
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½ lemon (juice)
Optional (for extra boost):
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A pinch of black salt
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2 mint leaves
Method:
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In the morning, add the soaked raisins with the water to a blender.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Strain if desired (optional).
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Add cumin powder and lemon juice. Stir well.
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Serve cool or at room temperature.
Health Benefits:
Boosts natural energy
Aids digestion and detox
Improves iron levels and skin glow
Cools and balances body heat
Tip:
You can replace raisins with 2 soaked dates for a sweeter, fiber-rich version.
Date Vitality Elixir
Ingredients:
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2 soft dates (soaked overnight in 1 cup water)
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1 cup the same soaked water
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½ tsp roasted cumin powder
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½ lemon (juice)
Optional (for extra nourishment):
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A pinch of cinnamon or dry ginger powder
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Few drops of rose water or 1 mint leaf (for aroma)
Method:
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In the morning, add soaked dates with the water into a blender.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Strain if preferred (optional).
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Add cumin powder and lemon juice. Mix well.
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Serve slightly cool or at room temperature.
Health Benefits:
Provides instant energy and strength
Improves gut health and digestion
Balances acidity and enhances metabolism
Nourishes blood and improves skin glow
Tip:
This drink is an excellent natural pre-workout or mid-day fatigue reliever.
Coco Almond Energy Drink
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk (homemade or unsweetened)
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1 tsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
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1–2 tsp palm jaggery (adjust for sweetness)
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3–4 ice cubes (optional)
Method:
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Add almond milk, cocoa powder, and palm jaggery into a blender.
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Blend until smooth and frothy.
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Pour into a glass and add ice cubes if desired.
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Enjoy chilled or slightly warm (for cozy evenings).
Health Benefits:
Boosts energy naturally – perfect for mid-day fatigue or post-workout recovery.
Rich in antioxidants from cocoa, protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Supports heart health with good fats from almonds.
Improves mood & focus thanks to magnesium and tryptophan in cocoa.
Balances blood sugar – palm jaggery is a natural sweetener with minerals like iron & potassium.
Nutritive Value (Approx. per serving):
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Calories: ~140 kcal
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Protein: 4–5 g
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Healthy fats: 6–8 g
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Carbohydrates: 15–18 g
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Iron: 1.5 mg
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Magnesium: 30–40 mg
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Calcium: 80–100 mg
Tip:
For extra flavor and brain nourishment, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or pure vanilla extract before blending.
Peanut Chiku Power Shake
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk (unsweetened, homemade)
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1 medium chiku (sapota) – peeled and chopped
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1 tbsp homemade peanut butter (no sugar, no oil)
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A pinch of sesame seed powder (for garnish)
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2–3 ice cubes (optional)
Method:
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Add chiku, almond milk, and peanut butter into a blender.
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Blend until thick, creamy, and smooth.
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Pour into a glass, sprinkle sesame powder on top.
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Serve chilled for a refreshing, filling drink.
Health Benefits:
High-energy shake – perfect for breakfast or post-workout nourishment.
Rich in protein & healthy fats from peanuts and almonds.
Boosts bone health with calcium and magnesium from sesame.
Supports digestion & skin glow with fiber and antioxidants from chiku.
Balances hormones and sustains energy naturally — no refined sugar crash!
Nutritive Value (Approx. per serving):
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Calories: ~200–220 kcal
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Protein: 6–8 g
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Healthy fats: 10–12 g
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Carbohydrates: 18–20 g
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Fiber: 3–4 g
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Calcium: ~120 mg
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Magnesium: ~50 mg
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Iron: ~1 mg
Tip:
Add 1 date or ½ banana if you prefer extra sweetness.
This shake makes a perfect meal replacement for busy mornings or fitness lovers
Red Grapes Nutty Shake
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk (unsweetened, homemade)
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1 cup red grapes (or choose 1 fruit: strawberries / banana)
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1 tbsp date syrup (natural sweetener, homemade)
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3–4 ice cubes (optional)
Method:
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Add almond milk, red grapes (or your chosen fruit), and date syrup into a blender.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Pour into a glass immediately.
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Serve chilled — ready to pour and enjoy in class or on the go!
Health Benefits:
Power-packed antioxidants from red grapes or berries — support glowing skin and strong immunity.
Natural energy boost from date syrup — no refined sugar crash.
Heart-friendly drink — almond milk and grapes both support cardiovascular health.
Brain nourishment — healthy fats from almonds enhance focus and memory.
Hydrating & refreshing — perfect for warm weather or post-workout recovery.
Nutritive Value (Approx. per serving):
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Calories: ~150–170 kcal
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Protein: 4–6 g
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Healthy fats: 6–8 g
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Carbohydrates: 18–22 g
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Fiber: 2–3 g
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Iron: 1 mg
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Vitamin C: 10–15 mg
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Calcium: 100 mg
Tip:
For extra crunch and omega-3 boost, sprinkle crushed walnuts or chia seeds before serving.
Almond Nutty Lassi
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk (or cashew nut milk)
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1–2 tsp palm sugar (natural sweetener)
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4–5 soaked almonds or cashew nuts (for extra creaminess)
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2–3 ice cubes (optional)
Method:
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In a blender, add almond milk or cashew milk, soaked nuts, and palm sugar.
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Blend until smooth, frothy, and creamy.
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Pour into a glass, add ice cubes if desired.
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Serve chilled — a perfect cooling, protein-rich drink for any time of the day.
Health Benefits:
Excellent plant-based protein source – builds strength and muscle.
Rich in healthy fats & vitamin E – supports glowing skin and brain function.
Palm sugar provides minerals like iron, zinc, and potassium – a better alternative to refined sugar.
Cooling and soothing for the stomach, perfect for hot climates.
Boosts energy and satiety – great mid-morning or post-workout option.
Nutritive Value (Approx. per serving):
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Calories: ~180–200 kcal
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Protein: 6–8 g
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Healthy fats: 10–12 g
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Carbohydrates: 12–15 g
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Calcium: ~100 mg
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Iron: ~1 mg
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Vitamin E: ~4–5 mg
Tip:
Add a pinch of cardamom powder for a fragrant, traditional touch.
Saffron Almond Sleep Tonic
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk (unsweetened, homemade)
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3–4 strands saffron, soaked in 1 tbsp warm water for 10 minutes
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1 tsp palm jaggery (or to taste)
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A pinch each of:
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fennel powder (saunf)
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turmeric powder
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cinnamon powder
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Method:
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Warm the almond milk on low flame (do not boil).
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Add the saffron water along with the strands.
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Stir in palm jaggery, fennel, turmeric, and cinnamon.
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Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the aroma releases.
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Pour into a cup and sip warm before bedtime.
Health Benefits:
Promotes restful sleep – saffron, fennel, and warm almond milk calm the nervous system.
Relieves stress & anxiety – cinnamon and saffron naturally uplift mood.
Supports hormone balance & glowing skin – saffron improves circulation and radiance.
Anti-inflammatory & immune-boosting – turmeric and cinnamon reduce inflammation.
Gentle liver detox & digestion aid – fennel helps relieve bloating and acidity.
Nutritive Value (Approx. per serving):
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Calories: ~150 kcal
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Protein: 4–5 g
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Healthy fats: 7–8 g
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Carbohydrates: 12–14 g
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Calcium: 100 mg
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Magnesium: 40 mg
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Iron: 1 mg
Tip:
Drink this 30 minutes before sleep to relax your body, balance hormones, and promote deep, peaceful rest.
Dragon Nut Milk Shake
Ingredients:
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1 cup almond milk (or any nut milk of choice)
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½ cup dragon fruit (pink or white, peeled and chopped)
(You may also replace with ½ mango or ½ banana for variety) -
1–2 tsp palm jaggery (as per sweetness)
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Chopped nuts (almonds, cashews, or pistachios) for garnish
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2–3 ice cubes (optional)
Method:
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In a blender, add almond milk, dragon fruit, and palm jaggery.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Pour into a glass and top with crushed nuts.
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Serve chilled — a colorful, nutrient-dense treat for anytime of the day.
Health Benefits:
Rich in antioxidants – dragon fruit helps fight free radicals, slows aging, and brightens skin.
Boosts energy – palm jaggery provides natural iron and minerals for steady energy.
Supports digestion – dragon fruit’s fiber keeps your gut happy and detoxed.
Strengthens immunity – packed with vitamin C, calcium, and magnesium.
Heart-healthy – almond milk and nuts provide good fats for heart and brain health.
Nutritive Value (Approx. per serving):
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Calories: ~170–190 kcal
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Protein: 5–6 g
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Healthy fats: 8–10 g
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Carbohydrates: 18–22 g
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Fiber: 3–4 g
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Vitamin C: 20–25 mg
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Calcium: ~100 mg
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Iron: ~1 mg
Tip:
Use pink dragon fruit for a gorgeous natural color and higher antioxidant content. Perfect as a morning energizer or post-meal glow drink.