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Raspberry Calm

This cold tea provides vitamin C, potassium, magnesium and calcium. Red raspberry leaves are high in iron, B vitamins and alkaloids -- all shown to help reduce cramping and nausea and increase energy.

The Calm brand calcium-magnesium powder works to promote magnesium levels and balance calcium intake, both important after a big workout. It is available online via Amazon.com, and at some CVS, Walgreens and GNC stores.

The drink can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.

From Casey Seidenberg, nutrition consultant and co-founder of Nourish Schools.

Ingredients

measuring cup
Servings: 3 (makes 3 cups)
  • 3 cups brewed, cooled herbal red raspberry tea
  • 1 teaspoon calcium-magnesium powder, such as Calm brand (see headnote)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons honey (may substitute maple syrup or a few drops of stevia)
  • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Ice

Directions

  1. Step 1

    Combine the tea, the calcium-magnesium powder, lemon juice, honey (to taste) and 1/8 teaspoon of the salt in a blender. Seal and blend until smooth and well incorporated. Taste and add the remaining salt, as needed.

  2. Step 2

    Serve chilled, or over ice in a glass.

Nutritional Facts

Per cup

  • Calories

    45

  • Carbohydrates

    12 g

  • Sodium

    80 mg

  • Sugar

    11 g

This analysis is an estimate based on available ingredients and this preparation. It should not substitute for a dietitian’s or nutritionist’s advice.

From Casey Seidenberg, nutrition consultant and co-founder of Nourish Schools.

Tested by Lynn O’Brien

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