We all tend to get a little too conscious about health during Monsoon. The changing weather conditions demand that we prepare for the season of allergies. You can go for herbal teas during Monsoon, you can opt for healthy fruits for the season, and you can work on your digestive system as well. But you must not miss one important item while preparing your list of healthy foods for Monsoon. It’s not a mystery, it’s the good old glass of milk!
Milk is loaded with health benefits and contains nutrients like calcium, choline, potassium, Vitamin D, manganese, and more. If you too are tired of drinking milk the way it comes, it’s time to spice things up a bit. Milk combos are the best thing that you can do to keep your body fit and healthy during Monsoon or any other season in fact. We take a look at five milk combos which will keep you fit and healthy during Monsoon.
Turmeric Milk
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Well it’s the classic one isn’t it? A little bit of turmeric added to lukewarm or hot milk and you’re ready to go. You may add sugar but not too much. Turmeric is known for its anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is widely recognized as one of the healthiest spices out there.
Black Pepper Milk
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Black Pepper is another spice which is rich in health benefits. It is known to provide relief from respiratory disorders, coughs, common cold, indigestion, constipation, and other problems. Not only this, it adds a lot of flavor and spice and makes a pretty good milk combo.
Honey Milk
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It is known as liquid gold and is equally precious in terms of health benefits. Honey milk is simply perfect to battle allergies, especially cold and sore throat. It boosts your memory, provides your body with energy, and also acts as an anti-biotic. Above everything else, honey milk is simply delicious.
Almond Milk
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Almonds are rich in fiber, protein, Vitamin E, manganese, magnesium, and other essential nutrients. They’re loaded with anti-oxidants and also protect your cell membranes from damage. They help in controlling blood pressure levels, cholesterol levels, and also boost your metabolism. Almond milk is another lip-smacking milk combo which you must try during Monsoon.
Hot Chocolate Milk
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While there is a debate about the health and goodness of over the counter chocolate syrups, chocolate milk also packs a number of benefits. Firstly, you are getting all the goodness of milk, and secondly, you (or your kids) won’t crib about finishing your glass of milk as chocolate milk is tastes like heaven. If you opt for dark chocolate, then the ‘healthiness’ of your chocolate milk combo will shoot up.
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