The cortisol mocktail recipe helps us get over adrenaline fatigue and helps us in day-to-day activities by relieving stress hormones. In this blog, I am going to explain, how to make two easy and refreshing mocktail recipes that help us to support adrenaline glands and reduce stress hormones by maintaining the hormonal balance and causing relaxation.
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And when it comes to chronic stress causes hormonal disbalance, dysfunction of Adrenaline, and imbalance of blood sugars which can cause immense negative effects on the body and cause an increase in Cortisol Production(Cortisol is a kind of steroid hormone which are produced by adrenaline glands and and is present in the kidney’s when we are stressed these hormones number will be increased and released into the bloodstream which causes health problems so maintaining balance cortisol is very essential to body).
In the present situation, we feel a lot of stress in many activities, whether it may be in the job, or while studying, so some kind of stress due to family conditions. So in such cases, the cortisol mocktail recipe will help you to keep your body and mind relaxed and will maintain proper hormonal balance.
Why only mocktails?
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Plenty of us have this kind of question about why we need to prefer mocktails over cocktails. One main answer as all of you know that mocktail is a non-alcoholic beverage and can be taken by everyone even those who do not prefer Alcoholic drinks. Another reason is that the actual taste of the recipe can be enjoyed with mocktails. Otherwise, those who are interested in alcoholic drinks can enjoy Cortisol Cocktails.
Two types of Cortisol Mocktail Recipes.
- Skinny cortisol mocktail Recipe.
- Cucumber mint cortisol mocktail Recipe.
Skinny Cortisol Mocktail Recipe
If one is looking to deal with stress, then no doubt a skinny cortisol mocktail is the perfect suit. As my suggestion, if you wanna try this drink, If possible, prefer a mocktail over a cocktail because the `beauty of the recipe can only be felt with a mocktail as it is packed with all types of Natural ingredients, which not only induce taste but also help to maintain perfect hormonal balance.
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Main components of Skinny Cortisol Mocktail.
The actual essence of the skinny cortisol mocktail recipe lies in its natural ingredients like Chamomile, Green Tea, Lemon, Ginger, Turmeric, and Honey.
Chamomile: This ingredient helps the body to maintain calmness while allowing it to recover from stress effectively.
Green Tea: Many of us know green tea has ample amount of health benefits. This contains L-theanine which is a type of amino acid known for its ability to reduce stress levels by promoting relaxation.
Lemon: Generally, when we think of lemon in mocktails we think of it as a refreshing addition, but to be precise it can cause the addition of taste to the mocktails and provide essential elements like Vitamin C which supports our Immune system.
Ginger: It is used for various remedies that are treated naturally such as anti-inflammatory properties and also helps in digestion, apart from this it can also be used for stress relief.
Turmeric: This special type is also used for many natural remedies and has been recognized globally. By adding this to our mocktail it enhances the taste and helps in supporting the overall wellbeing.
Honey: This type of ingredient not only adds sweetness to the mocktail but also provides additional health benefits.
Skinny Cortisol Mocktail Recipe- Preparation
The ingredients for the skinny cortisol mocktail recipe mentioned below are per single serving.
- 1 cup green tea (cooled)
- 1 chamomile tea bag
- 1/2 cup cucumber slices
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- Juice of half a lemon
- Sparkling water
- Ice cubes
Preparation of this cortisol mocktail recipe is simple and easy if you follow these steps with the listed ingredients.
- Prepare Tea:
- Brew a cup of green tea by adding a chamomile bag and allow it to cool. You can speed up the cooling process by placing it in the refrigerator.
- Muddle Cucumber and Mint:
- In a glass, muddle the cucumber slices and fresh mint leaves together to release their Flavors.
- Assemble the Mocktail:
- Add ice cubes to the glass with the muddled ingredients.
- Pour in the cooled green tea.
- Add Lemon Juice:
- Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into the glass for a burst of citrus flavor.
- Sweeten:
- If desired, add honey to sweeten the mocktail. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- Top with Sparkling Water:
- Pour sparkling water into the glass to add a bubbly and refreshing element. Adjust the amount based on your taste preference.
- Stir Gently:
- Stir the mocktail gently to combine the Flavors.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish with a slice of cucumber or a sprig of mint for a decorative touch.
- Enjoy:
- Sip and enjoy your Skinny Cortisol Mocktail!
Uses and Benefits of Skinny Cortisol Mocktail.
In This, we have different kind of such ingredients that provides us with many health benefits. Like with Green Tea, Chamomile tea, Honey, Ginger, and Lemon this combination will be helpful in stress Reduction. Chamomile especially helps in getting quality sleep by calming and relaxing your body. By using lemon as we all know it’s rich in Vitamin C which helps in improving immunity. Finally, Ginger which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties helps to fight against inflammation caused by chronic stress.
Cucumber Mint Cortisol Mocktail Recipe.
If any of you are looking for a refreshing and taste way that has health benefits, especially in adrenal health then you can have a try on this mocktail in which we can get the hydrating properties of cucumber and also benefits with mint, Cucumber is useful in maintaining the balance of adrenaline, whereas mint helps to maintain relaxation by reducing stress and anxiety and also helps in maintaining the cortisol balance in the body.
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Cucumber Mint Cortisol Mocktail Recipe-Preparation.
The ingredients of the cucumber mint cortisol mocktail recipe mentioned below are per single serving.
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- Juice of one lime
- 1 cup coconut water (unsweetened)
- Sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Muddle Cucumber and Mint:
- In a shaker or a sturdy glass, muddle the cucumber slices and fresh mint leaves together to release their Flavors. If you don’t have a muddler, you can use the back of a spoon.
- Add Lime Juice:
- Squeeze the juice of one lime into the muddled mixture. Adjust the amount based on your preference for tartness.
- Add Sweetener (Optional):
- If you prefer a sweeter mocktail, add honey or agave syrup to the muddled mixture. Stir well to combine.
- Coconut Water:
- Pour in 1 cup of unsweetened coconut water. Coconut water adds a refreshing and hydrating element to the mocktail.
- Shake or Stir:
- If you’re using a shaker, shake the mixture well. If not, stir it thoroughly to ensure all the flavors are combined.
- Prepare Glass:
- Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- Strain Mixture:
- If you muddled the ingredients in a shaker, strain the mixture into the prepared glass. If you muddled directly in the glass, you can skip this step.
- Top with Sparkling Water:
- Add sparkling water to the glass, filling it to your desired level. The sparkling water adds enthusiasm to the mocktail.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish with a cucumber slice or a sprig of mint for an extra touch of freshness.
- Stir Gently:
- Give the mocktail a gentle stir to combine all the ingredients.
Follow the above tips, you are ready with a mocktail to have a Sip of it.
So, These are the two best cortisol mocktail recipes that anyone can prepare based on interest or you can try both, As both have two different unique tastes apart from providing relaxation to the body by balancing the hormones.
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